Flame and the Flesh (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1954, Flame and the Flesh is a drama film directed by Richard Brooks, running about 104 minutes. “Even more dangerous now as a brunette!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. American woman in Europe romanced by local gigolo; problems ensue.
Who’s in it. Flame and the Flesh stars Lana Turner as Madeline, Pier Angeli as Lisa, Carlos Thompson as Nino and Bonar Colleano as Ciccio, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Flame and the Flesh sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $2.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Flame and the Flesh page.
If you liked it. Fans of Flame and the Flesh tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Flame and the Flesh (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Flame and the Flesh change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Flame and the Flesh worth watching?
- Flame and the Flesh holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Flame and the Flesh?
- Flame and the Flesh stars Lana Turner, Pier Angeli, Carlos Thompson, Bonar Colleano and Rosalie Crutchley.
- When was Flame and the Flesh released?
- Flame and the Flesh was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.