Maîtresse (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1975, Maîtresse is a drama and romance film directed by Barbet Schroeder, running about 112 minutes. “She will open your eyes.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After breaking into a house he believes is empty, thief Olivier is caught by the owner, Ariane, who turns out to be a dominatrix. Improbably falling for her, Olivier returns periodically, and an impulsive romance blossoms despite Ariane's profession. Soon Olivier becomes more familiar with her work, even joining in on occasion. However, when he discovers that Ariane has a son, he attempts to "fix" her, hoping to give her a better life.
Who’s in it. Maîtresse stars Gérard Depardieu as Oliver, Bulle Ogier as Ariane, André Rouyer as Mario and Nathalie Keryan as Lucienne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Maîtresse has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Maîtresse page.
If you liked it. Fans of Maîtresse tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Maîtresse (1975)?
- In US, Maîtresse is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Maîtresse worth watching?
- Maîtresse holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Maîtresse?
- Maîtresse stars Gérard Depardieu, Bulle Ogier, André Rouyer, Nathalie Keryan and Roland Bertin.
- When was Maîtresse released?
- Maîtresse was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.