Twisted Mistress (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1942, Twisted Mistress is a comedy and drama film directed by André Cayatte, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Guy Carbonnel, a rich industrialist, has more eyes for rugby than for his wife Hélène. René Rivals, his long-time pal, takes advantage of it to court her but Guy is becoming suspicious so René has to find a way to deflect his friend's suspicion. He finally has an idea: he asks Lilian, a circus acrobat, to pose as his mistress. Lilian accepts and they embark on a series of eventful moments.
Who’s in it. Twisted Mistress stars Danielle Darrieux as Lilian Rander, Lise Delamare as Hélène, Bernard Lancret as René Rivals and Maurice Baquet as Firmin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Twisted Mistress has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Twisted Mistress page.
If you liked it. Fans of Twisted Mistress tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Twisted Mistress (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Twisted Mistress change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Twisted Mistress worth watching?
- Twisted Mistress holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Twisted Mistress?
- Twisted Mistress stars Danielle Darrieux, Lise Delamare, Bernard Lancret, Maurice Baquet and Monique Joyce.