Tropic of Desire (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1979, Tropic of Desire is a drama film directed by Cash Baxter, running about 87 minutes. “Every man has a price and his is paid by the hour.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A male hustler drifts into Key West, where he becomes involved in a series of steamy interludes with disreputable locals intertwined in various political intrigues.
Who’s in it. Tropic of Desire stars Matt Collins as Numie Chase, Roxanne Gregory, Barbara Baxley and Eartha Kitt as Lola, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Tropic of Desire sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Cultpix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tropic of Desire page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tropic of Desire tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tropic of Desire (1979)?
- In US, Tropic of Desire is available to stream on Cultpix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Tropic of Desire worth watching?
- Tropic of Desire holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tropic of Desire?
- Tropic of Desire stars Matt Collins, Roxanne Gregory, Barbara Baxley, Eartha Kitt and Pat Carroll.
- When was Tropic of Desire released?
- Tropic of Desire was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.