Cousin Bette (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Series · ★ 4
Released in 1971, Cousin Bette is a drama and comedy series.
What it’s about. In 19th century Paris, Bette Fischer, a poor and homely spinster, forms an alliance with the seductive courtesan Valerie Marneffe to orchestrate revenge on her handsome and wealthy relatives.
Who’s in it. Cousin Bette stars Margaret Tyzack as Bette Fischer, Helen Mirren as Valérie Marneffe, Thorley Walters as Baron Hector Hulot and Colin Baker as Count Wenceslas Steinbock, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Cousin Bette has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cousin Bette page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cousin Bette tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cousin Bette (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cousin Bette change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cousin Bette worth watching?
- Cousin Bette holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cousin Bette?
- Cousin Bette stars Margaret Tyzack, Helen Mirren, Thorley Walters, Colin Baker and Edward de Souza.
- When was Cousin Bette released?
- Cousin Bette was released in 1971.