Forbidden Sun (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 3.2
Released in 1988, Forbidden Sun is a thriller and mystery film directed by Zelda Barron, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Olympic gymnastics coach Francine Lake and her twelve gorgeous students train on the Island of Crete. The rigors of training preclude most sexual activity with the locals, thus the girls spend their evenings in quiet frustration.
Who’s in it. Forbidden Sun stars Lauren Hutton as Mrs. Lake, Cliff DeYoung as Professor Lake, Samantha Mathis as Paula and Robert Beltran as Jack, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.2/10, Forbidden Sun has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Forbidden Sun page.
If you liked it. Fans of Forbidden Sun tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Forbidden Sun (1988)?
- In US, Forbidden Sun is available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Forbidden Sun worth watching?
- Forbidden Sun holds an audience score of 3.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Forbidden Sun?
- Forbidden Sun stars Lauren Hutton, Cliff DeYoung, Samantha Mathis, Robert Beltran and Renée Estevez.
- When was Forbidden Sun released?
- Forbidden Sun was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.