The Marquise (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1980, The Marquise is a drama film directed by Christopher Hodson, running about 56 minutes.
What it’s about. The only period comedy written by Noel Coward. France, 1736. Two distinguished families are celebrating the engagement of their children. The young couple are putting on a brave face, but neither is happy. Adrienne, daughter of the Compte, is secretly in love with her father's penniless secretary, while Miguel, the Duke's son, has lost his heart to a dancer in Paris. An unexpected visitor arrives on the scene.
Who’s in it. The Marquise stars Diana Rigg as The Marquise Eloise, Richard Johnson as Count Raoul de Vriac, James Villiers as Duke Esteban and Mary Chilton as Adrienne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Marquise 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 The Marquise page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Marquise tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Marquise (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Marquise change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Marquise worth watching?
- The Marquise 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 The Marquise?
- The Marquise stars Diana Rigg, Richard Johnson, James Villiers, Mary Chilton and Daniel Chatto.
- When was The Marquise released?
- The Marquise was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.