Fedora (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1978, Fedora is a drama, mystery and romance film directed by Billy Wilder, running about 114 minutes. “Youth had been a habit of hers for so long that she could not part with it.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An ambitious Hollywood hustler becomes involved with a reclusive female star whom he tries to lure out of retirement.
Who’s in it. Fedora stars William Holden as Barry Detweiler, Marthe Keller as Fedora, Hildegard Knef as Countess Sobryanski and José Ferrer as Doctor Vando, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Fedora has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fedora page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fedora tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fedora (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fedora change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fedora worth watching?
- Fedora holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fedora?
- Fedora stars William Holden, Marthe Keller, Hildegard Knef, José Ferrer and Frances Sternhagen.
- When was Fedora released?
- Fedora was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.