Tess
A strong-willed peasant girl is sent by her father to the estate of some local aristocrats to capitalize on a rumour that their families are from the same line. This fateful visit commences an epic narrative of sex, class, betrayal, and revenge.
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Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
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Nastassja Kinski in Tess
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Frequently asked questions about Tess
Where can I watch Tess in the United States?
Tess is available to stream on Criterion Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Tess for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Tess needs a subscription to Criterion Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Tess?
Tess scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Tess?
Tess stars Nastassja Kinski, Peter Firth, Leigh Lawson, John Collin, and Rosemary Martin. Roman Polanski is the director.
How long is Tess?
Tess runs 2h 52m (172 minutes).
When did Tess come out?
Tess was released on October 6, 1979.
Which studio made Tess?
Tess was produced by Renn Productions and Timothy Burrill Productions in France and the United Kingdom.
What was the budget for Tess?
Tess was made on a budget of $12,000,000.
How much did Tess make at the box office?
Tess grossed $20,101,247 worldwide, against a budget of $12,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.