Desiring Julia (1986): cast, story & where to watch

1986 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 1986, Desiring Julia is a drama and romance film directed by Andrea Barzini, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. A young man falls in love with extra-liberated Giulia. Their relationship becomes very passionate, but Giulia has no limits in her sexual fantasies and games. Poor guy, will soon discover he'll have to pay a price for Giulia. He'll have to put up with all her strange and pervert desires, until of course he reaches his limits.

Who’s in it. Desiring Julia stars Serena Grandi as Giulia, Johan Leysen as Emilio, Sergio Rubini as Stefano and Valeria D'Obici as Amalia, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Desiring Julia has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Desiring Julia page.

If you liked it. Fans of Desiring Julia tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Desiring Julia (1986)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Desiring Julia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Desiring Julia worth watching?
Desiring Julia holds an audience score of 4.5 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 Desiring Julia?
Desiring Julia stars Serena Grandi, Johan Leysen, Sergio Rubini, Valeria D'Obici and Carlo Colombo.
When was Desiring Julia released?
Desiring Julia was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.