Velvet (1984): cast, story & where to watch

1984 · Film · ★ 1

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Released in 1984, Velvet is an action, drama and tv movie film directed by Richard Lang, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. A female team of government agents, under the guise of owners of a popular worldwide franchise of aerobic centers, matches wits with a group of criminals who have kidnapped a top defense specialist and his ailing son, intending to sell him to the highest bidder.

Who’s in it. Velvet stars Leah Ayres as Cass Dayton, Shari Belafonte as Julie Rhodes, Mary-Margaret Humes as Lauren 'Boots' Daws and Sheree J. Wilson as Ellen Stockwell, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Velvet has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Velvet tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Velvet (1984)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Velvet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Velvet worth watching?
Velvet holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Velvet?
Velvet stars Leah Ayres, Shari Belafonte, Mary-Margaret Humes, Sheree J. Wilson and Michael Ensign.
When was Velvet released?
Velvet was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.