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Photographic model Laura meets royal intrigue and rivalry in a Middle Eastern harem.

LAST HAREM

1981 · 1h 30m · NR · Adventure / Drama / Romance · IMDB TMDB

Prince Almalarik is a royalty building an extensive harem of European beauties. When his latest acquisition named Sara convinces him to abandon polygamy, the other wives conspire to get rid of the unwanted competition.

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What is Last Harem about?

Last Harem is a 1981 Germany-Italy-Spain adventure, drama, and romance film directed by Sergio Garrone about a model who marries a Middle Eastern prince, only to discover he already has three wives.

Programmer's Pick

A jet-set model swept into royalty discovers that fairy tales come with fine print—and plenty of competition. With Corinne Cléry facing down harem politics and George Lazenby in princely form, this euro-mix escapade puts love triangles to shame.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Laura, an acclaimed photographic model, travels to Cannes for a high-profile photo session and there encounters Prince Almalarik, the oil minister of a Middle Eastern emirate. Their whirlwind romance quickly leads to marriage, followed by a blissful honeymoon. However, Laura’s new life takes an unexpected turn when she accompanies Almalarik to his homeland, only to learn that she’s not his only wife—he already has three others. Set against the backdrop of royalty and opulent lifestyles, the film explores Laura’s adjustment to her new environment and the sudden intrusion of marital rivalry, promising a blend of romance, intrigue, and culture clash.

Details & Specs

Director
Sergio Garrone
Writers
Sergio Garrone, Heinz Freitag, Alberto Vázquez Figueroa, Federico Aicardi
Release
1981
Runtime
1h 30m
Country
Germany, Italy, Spain
Language
Italian
Also Known As
Last Harem, El último harem, Der letzte Harem, L'ultimo harem (original title)

Why Cult

Euro Harem Intrigue

Experience the collision of European glamour and Middle Eastern royal traditions as marital rivalries simmer in a lavish harem.

Bold Adult Content

The film doesn’t shy from explicit nudity and sexual themes, weaving them into its blend of romance and drama.

Cléry and Lazenby

Corinne Cléry and George Lazenby headline as the glamorous couple whose love is tested by unexpected rivals.

Sinister Household Politics

Scheming wives, a sinister plot, and the struggle for dominance turn domestic life into a battle of wits.

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Questions from the Vault

Who directed Last Harem? +

Last Harem was directed by Sergio Garrone.

When was Last Harem released? +

Last Harem was released in 1981.

How long is Last Harem? +

Last Harem has a runtime of 90 minutes.

What genre is Last Harem? +

Last Harem is an adventure, drama, and romance film.

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