Pasha's Wives (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1939, Pasha's Wives is a comedy film directed by G.W. Pabst, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Mireille, a Frenchwoman, marries a westernized Turkish diplomat and, thinking that she will live a dream life in an Arabian Nights setting, follows him back to his native country, only to discover that, in a staunchly traditional society, she will not be a free woman there any longer.
Who’s in it. Pasha's Wives stars Viviane Romance as Mireille, l'épouse française, Marcel Dalio as le sultan Soliman, John Lodge as Vedad Bey, son mari, and Mila Parély as Tarkine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Pasha's Wives has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pasha's Wives page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pasha's Wives tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pasha's Wives (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pasha's Wives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pasha's Wives worth watching?
- Pasha's Wives holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pasha's Wives?
- Pasha's Wives stars Viviane Romance, Marcel Dalio, John Lodge, Mila Parély and Saturnin Fabre.
- When was Pasha's Wives released?
- Pasha's Wives was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.