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Orient Express (1979): cast, story & where to watch

1979 · Series · ★ 8.5

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Released in 1979, Orient Express is a drama series.

What it’s about. A six-part French tv series first broadcast in 1979, each episode of Orient Express focuses on a different tale of a journey on the legendary train; each one is set between the outbreak of the First World War and the outbreak of the Second.

Who’s in it. Orient Express stars Stéphane Audran as Maria von Pallberg, Rossano Brazzi as André Val-Bergot, Ludmila Mikaël as Jenny and Maurice Ronet as Rolf Freitag, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Orient Express 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 Orient Express page.

If you liked it. Fans of Orient Express tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Orient Express (1979)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Orient Express change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Orient Express worth watching?
Orient Express holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Orient Express?
Orient Express stars Stéphane Audran, Rossano Brazzi, Ludmila Mikaël, Maurice Ronet and Laura Lenzi.
When was Orient Express released?
Orient Express was released in 1979.