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Désirée

1954·Movie
1h 50min·NR
42
WeakGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Nostalgic and romantic

  • Nostalgia8
  • Romance7
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Situational Comedy2

World

History and politics

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

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The life...the women...the conquests of Napoleon!

In Marseilles, France in 1794, Desiree Clary, a young millinery clerk, becomes infatuated with Napoleon Bonaparte, but winds up wedding General Jean-Baptiste Berandotte, an aid to Napoleon who later joins the forces that bring about the Emperor's downfall. Josephine Beauharnais, a worldly courtesan marries Napoleon and becomes Empress of France, but is then cast aside by her spouse when she proves unable to produce an heir to the throne.
Historical RomanceNapoleon BonaparteFrench RevolutionPolitical IntriguePeriod DramaJosephine BeauharnaisLove Triangle18th Century France

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Désirée legally?

Désirée is included with a subscription to YouTube TV in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Désirée worth watching?

42
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43/100 (IMDb 6.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 20%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Désirée rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Désirée?

1 h 50 min

Désirée runs 1 h 50 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Désirée?

Critics20
Audiences66

Not quite. Audiences rate Désirée higher (66) than critics (20). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Désirée in?

EnglishSwedish

It was made in English, with some Swedish. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Désirée?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Désirée in 28 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.