Dangerous Liaisons (1988)
Kernel Score: 79% · 1,249 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 1988-12-21
Runtime: 119 minutes
Where to watch Dangerous Liaisons
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In 18th century France, Marquise de Merteuil asks her ex-lover Vicomte de Valmont to seduce the future wife of another ex-lover of hers in return for one last night with her. Yet things don’t go as planned.
Dangerous Liaisons parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Dangerous Liaisons is a period drama centered on manipulative seduction, betrayal, and sexual conquest among 18th-century French aristocrats.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Strong — Seduction, loss of virginity, and sexual manipulation drive the entire plot.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Stephen Frears
Cast
- Glenn Close as Marquise Isabelle de Merteuil
- John Malkovich as Vicomte Sébastien de Valmont
- Michelle Pfeiffer as Madame Marie de Tourvel
- Uma Thurman as Cécile de Volanges
- Swoosie Kurtz as Madame de Volanges
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- Mildred Natwick as Madame de Rosemonde
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- Joe Sheridan as Georges
- Valerie Gogan as Julie
Dangerous Liaisons FAQ
Is Dangerous Liaisons good?
Dangerous Liaisons has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,249 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Dangerous Liaisons?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Dangerous Liaisons OK for kids?
Dangerous Liaisons is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Dangerous Liaisons is a period drama centered on manipulative seduction, betrayal, and sexual conquest among 18th-century French aristocrats.
What movies are like Dangerous Liaisons?
If you liked Dangerous Liaisons, try The Dreamers, My Policeman, The Last Letter from Your Lover and Perfume: The Story of a Murderer.