The Reluctant Sadist (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1967, The Reluctant Sadist is a drama and romance film directed by Mac Ahlberg, running about 100 minutes. “These Girls Made Him...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A poor dandy embezzled large sums of money and buys the title Marquis De Sade to impress the upper class. The film premiered as "I am a Marquis."
Who’s in it. The Reluctant Sadist stars Buster Larsen as Sagfører, Karl Stegger as Direktør Mikkelsen, Tove Maës as Vibeke Poulsen and Klaus Pagh as Bankfuldmægtig, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Reluctant Sadist has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Reluctant Sadist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Reluctant Sadist tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Reluctant Sadist (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Reluctant Sadist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Reluctant Sadist worth watching?
- The Reluctant Sadist holds an audience score of 5.4 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 The Reluctant Sadist?
- The Reluctant Sadist stars Buster Larsen, Karl Stegger, Tove Maës, Klaus Pagh and Gabriel Axel.
- When was The Reluctant Sadist released?
- The Reluctant Sadist was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.