La Pirate (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1984, La Pirate is a drama film directed by Jacques Doillon, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Shortly after returning home one evening with her husband, Alma is visited by her one-time lesbian lover Carole. In the ensuing emotional torrent, Alma allows herself to be abducted by Carole and taken to a hotel, pursued by a young girl - an unnamed friend of Carole - and an eccentric bystander posing as a private detective. Before Alma and Carole can resolve their situation, Alma's husband Andrew appears on the scene and, in a mad frenzy, attempts to reclaim his wife…
Who’s in it. La Pirate stars Jane Birkin as Alma, Maruschka Detmers as Carole, Andrew Birkin as Andrew, husband and Philippe Léotard as n° 5, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, La Pirate has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch La Pirate page.
If you liked it. Fans of La Pirate tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch La Pirate (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for La Pirate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is La Pirate worth watching?
- La Pirate holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in La Pirate?
- La Pirate stars Jane Birkin, Maruschka Detmers, Andrew Birkin, Philippe Léotard and Laure Marsac.
- When was La Pirate released?
- La Pirate was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.