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Tess of the D'Urbervilles

1998Movie3 h 0 min

DramaRomance
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Rotten Tomatoes–86%
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Rotten Tomatoes–86%

Summary

Thomas Hardy's classic epic remains one of the most popular novels, this TV adaptation vividly depicts the powerful tale of a peasant girl whose life is torn apart by the love and jealousy of two men.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Cast

12 of 12

Crew

Directed by
Ian Sharp
Written by
Ted Whitehead, Thomas Hardy
Produced by
Sarah Wilson
Music by
Alan Lisk

Everyone

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Facts

March 8, 1998 · 3 h 0 min · Sexual Content

Released
March 8, 1998
Runtime
3 h 0 min
Content
Sexual Content
Genres
Drama, Romance, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
2 countries
Keywords
based on novel or book

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Tess of the D'Urbervilles?"

Questions about Tess of the D'Urbervilles

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Tess of the D'Urbervilles worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 7.6).

Is Tess of the D'Urbervilles good for date night?

and 2 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing Safe

Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Tess of the D'Urbervilles plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.