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The Nun

7.119672h 20mMovieDrama

In eighteenth-century France, a girl is forced against her will to take vows as a nun. Three mothers superior treat her in radically different ways, ranging from maternal concern, to sadistic persecution, to lesbian desire.

DirectorJacques Rivette
WritersJean Gruault·Jacques Rivette
ProducerGeorges de Beauregard

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KanopyKanopy
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Cast · Directed by Jacques Rivette

AKAnna Karina
Anna Karina
Suzanne
LPLiselotte Pulver
Liselotte Pulver
Mme de Chelles
MPMicheline Presle
Micheline Presle
Mme de Moni
FBFrancine Bergé
Francine Bergé
Soeur Sainte-Christine
FRFrancisco Rabal
Francisco Rabal
Dom Morel
CLChristiane Lénier
Christiane Lénier
Mme Simonin
YBYori Bertin
Yori Bertin
Soeur Saint-Thérèse
HB
Hubert Buthion
L'Archevêque
FGFrançoise Godde
Françoise Godde
La Domestique
CMCharles Millot
Charles Millot
Monsieur Simonin
MEMarc Eyraud
Marc Eyraud
La Père Séraphin
GBGilette Barbier
Gilette Barbier
Soeur Saint-Jean

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The Nun — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Nun?

The Nun is streaming on Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Nun on Netflix?

No, The Nun is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

Is The Nun on Amazon Prime Video?

The Nun 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 The Nun for free?

The Nun is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.