Cupid's Bow (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film · ★ 4.7

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Released in 1988, Cupid's Bow is a drama and romance film directed by Jerzy Domaradzki, running about 112 minutes.

What it’s about. Lavish romantic melodrama, obsessively concerned with sex. Maryska's husband is off to war. He soon is reported missing, and she does not protest much when is seduced by the husband's friend, a seedy professor with sickly wife and other mistresses on the side. However, the love of Maryska's life turns out to be a shy 17-year old, son of friends with whom she goes to stay.

Who’s in it. Cupid's Bow stars Grażyna Trela as Maryska, Jerzy Stuhr as Stanislaw Ciaglewicz, Henryk Bista as Ramke and Olaf Lubaszenko as Adam Karowski, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Cupid's Bow has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cupid's Bow page.

If you liked it. Fans of Cupid's Bow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Cupid's Bow (1988)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cupid's Bow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Cupid's Bow worth watching?
Cupid's Bow holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Cupid's Bow?
Cupid's Bow stars Grażyna Trela, Jerzy Stuhr, Henryk Bista, Olaf Lubaszenko and Piotr Machalica.
When was Cupid's Bow released?
Cupid's Bow was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.