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Tess

7.119792h 52mPGMovieDramaRomance

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.

DirectorRoman Polanski
WritersRoman Polanski·Gérard Brach
ProducersClaude Berri·Pierre Grunstein

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Roman Polanski

NKNastassja Kinski
Nastassja Kinski
Tess Durbeyfield
PFPeter Firth
Peter Firth
Angel Clare
LLLeigh Lawson
Leigh Lawson
Alec d'Urberville
JCJohn Collin
John Collin
John Durbeyfield
RMRosemary Martin
Rosemary Martin
Mrs. Durbeyfield
CPCarolyn Pickles
Carolyn Pickles
Marian
RPRichard Pearson
Richard Pearson
Vicar of Marlott
DM
David Markham
Reverend Mr. Clare
PBPascale de Boysson
Pascale de Boysson
Mrs. Clare
SHSuzanna Hamilton
Suzanna Hamilton
Izz Huett
CE
Caroline Embling
Retty
TC
Tony Church
Parson Tringham

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Tess — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Tess?

Tess is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Tess on Netflix?

No, Tess is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Tess on Amazon Prime Video?

Tess isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Tess for free?

Tess is available on Criterion Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.