Cousin Bette(1998)
“Lust. Greed. Murder. Some things never go out of style.”
Overview
In 19th century Paris, Bette Fischer, a poor and homely spinster, forms an alliance with the seductive courtesan Valerie Marneffe to orchestrate revenge on her handsome and wealthy relatives.
Director
Des McAnuff
Studio
Fox Searchlight Pictures
Revenue
$1M
Cast
Jessica Lange
as Cousin Bette
Elisabeth Shue
as Jenny Cadine
Bob Hoskins
as Cesar Crevel
Hugh Laurie
as Baron Hector Hulot
Kelly Macdonald
as Hortense Hulot
Toby Stephens
as Victorin Hulot
John Benfield
as Dr. Bianchon
Geraldine Chaplin
as Adeline
Paul Bandey
as Priest
Laura Fraser
as Mariette
John Sessions
as Musical Director
Philip Jackson
as De Wissembourg
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1998
Runtime
1h 48m
Language
English
Rating
5.5 / 10
Box Office
$1M
Production Companies
Fox Searchlight Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Cousin Bette?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Cousin Bette (1998).
What is Cousin Bette about?▼
In 19th century Paris, Bette Fischer, a poor and homely spinster, forms an alliance with the seductive courtesan Valerie Marneffe to orchestrate revenge on her handsome and wealthy relatives.
Who directed Cousin Bette?▼
Cousin Bette was directed by Des McAnuff and released in 1998. It is a comedy, drama, romance film.
How long is Cousin Bette?▼
Cousin Bette has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).
Who stars in Cousin Bette?▼
The cast of Cousin Bette includes Jessica Lange as Cousin Bette, Elisabeth Shue as Jenny Cadine, Bob Hoskins as Cesar Crevel, Hugh Laurie as Baron Hector Hulot, Kelly Macdonald as Hortense Hulot and more.
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