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Daphne Laureola (1978): cast, story & where to watch

1978 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1978, Daphne Laureola is a drama film directed by Waris Hussein, running about 90 minutes. “The winner for Best Play of 1949!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A young man becomes infatuated with the exotic Lady Pitts whose much older husband is not pleased.

Who’s in it. Daphne Laureola stars Joan Plowright as Lady Pitts, Laurence Olivier as Sir Joseph, Grégoire Aslan as George and Arthur Lowe as Gooch, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Daphne Laureola 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 Daphne Laureola page.

If you liked it. Fans of Daphne Laureola tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Daphne Laureola (1978)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Daphne Laureola change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Daphne Laureola worth watching?
Daphne Laureola holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Daphne Laureola?
Daphne Laureola stars Joan Plowright, Laurence Olivier, Grégoire Aslan, Arthur Lowe and Jane Carr.
When was Daphne Laureola released?
Daphne Laureola was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.