Paradise Lost (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1978, Paradise Lost is a drama film directed by Harry Kümel, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. The Mayor of a small Flemish town is determined at all costs to save a unique bird sanctuary from a ruthless businessman who advocates a housing development on the site. The main story, though, centres on a childhood trauma that unites the two men and a dark femme fatale whom one desires and the other attempts to manipulate.
Who’s in it. Paradise Lost stars Willeke van Ammelrooy as Pascale, Hugo Van Den Berghe as Benjamin Rolus, Bert André as Jan Boel and Stephen Windross as Peterke, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Paradise Lost has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paradise Lost page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paradise Lost tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paradise Lost (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paradise Lost change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paradise Lost worth watching?
- Paradise Lost holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paradise Lost?
- Paradise Lost stars Willeke van Ammelrooy, Hugo Van Den Berghe, Bert André, Stephen Windross and Gella Allaert.
- When was Paradise Lost released?
- Paradise Lost was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.