Marquis de Sade (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 3.2
Released in 1996, Marquis de Sade is a drama, tv movie and history film directed by Gwyneth Gibby, running about 93 minutes. “The most impure tale ever told...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on the true story of the notorious Marquis de Sade. In 18th century Paris, an innocent beauty's search for her missing sister leads her into the deadly sensuous realm of the infamous Marquis de Sade. Imprisoned for his sordid crimes, the Marquis likewise has the beauty morally trapped... for she must help him complete his banned book of lust, or never learn the fate of her sister. It becomes a test of wills and wit, as the Marquis attempts to convert her to his deviously sexual philosophy. When the Marquis escapes his prison, she must follow him to his remote chateau of sin to finally discover her sister's fate, and to face her own.
Who’s in it. Marquis de Sade stars Nick Mancuso as Marquis de Sade, Janet Gunn as Justine, John Rhys-Davies as Inspector Marais and Charlotte Nielsen as Juliette, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.2/10, Marquis de Sade has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Marquis de Sade page.
If you liked it. Fans of Marquis de Sade tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Marquis de Sade (1996)?
- In US, Marquis de Sade is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Marquis de Sade worth watching?
- Marquis de Sade holds an audience score of 3.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Marquis de Sade?
- Marquis de Sade stars Nick Mancuso, Janet Gunn, John Rhys-Davies, Charlotte Nielsen and Irina Malysheva.
- When was Marquis de Sade released?
- Marquis de Sade was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.