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Cousin Bette

"Lust. Greed. Murder. Some things never go out of style."

June 12, 1998 1h 48m 5.5/10 (46 votes)

Originally released in 1998. Cousin Bette is a comedy/drama film. directed by Des McAnuff.

Starring Jessica Lange, Elisabeth Shue, and Bob Hoskins

Synopsis

In 19th century Paris, Bette Fischer, a poor and homely spinster, forms an alliance with the seductive courtesan Valerie Marneffe to orchestrate revenge on her handsome and wealthy relatives.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 12, 1998 27 years ago
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Runtime 1h 48m 108 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (46 votes)
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Box Office $1.3M Worldwide gross
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Revenue
$1,295,194

Production Companies

  • Fox Searchlight Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cousin Bette about?

In 19th century Paris, Bette Fischer, a poor and homely spinster, forms an alliance with the seductive courtesan Valerie Marneffe to orchestrate revenge on her handsome and wealthy relatives.

Who directed Cousin Bette?

Cousin Bette was directed by Des McAnuff.

How long is Cousin Bette?

Cousin Bette has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).

When was Cousin Bette released?

Cousin Bette was released on June 12, 1998 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Cousin Bette?

The main cast of Cousin Bette includes Jessica Lange, Elisabeth Shue, Bob Hoskins, Hugh Laurie, Kelly Macdonald.