Tears in Florence (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 9

Released in 1985, Tears in Florence is a drama film directed by Marianne Schaefer Trench, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Fashion designer Rüdiger falls in love with Italian countess Vera, who was injured by him in a car accident. Just before their wedding they find out they are brother and sister. The wedding is cancelled, and Vera returns to Florence in a state of shock.
Who’s in it. Tears in Florence stars Wolfgang Joop as Rüdiger Kaienberg, Violetta Sanchez as Contessa Vera da Vinci, Christoph Eichhorn as Wolfram Dernbach and Rita Kail as Gerda, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Tears in Florence sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tears in Florence page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tears in Florence tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tears in Florence (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tears in Florence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tears in Florence worth watching?
- Tears in Florence holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tears in Florence?
- Tears in Florence stars Wolfgang Joop, Violetta Sanchez, Christoph Eichhorn, Rita Kail and Yolanda Jilot.
- When was Tears in Florence released?
- Tears in Florence was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.