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Drama Cult Classic

London disco decadence meets marital dysfunction in this sultry adaptation of Jackie Collins’ bestseller.

THE STUD

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1978 · 1h 35m · R · Drama / Romance · IMDB TMDB

Fontaine Khaled is the wife of a wealthy but boring businessman. She spends his money on her nightclub, The Hobo, and partying. She hires a manager, Tony, to run her club, but it is understood that his job security is dependent on him satisfying her nymphomaniac demands.

Quick Answer

What is The Stud about?

The Stud is a 1978 United Kingdom drama and romance film directed by Quentin Masters about Fontaine Khaled, a nightclub owner who entangles her manager in a web of sex, power, and betrayal.

Programmer's Pick

The Stud is pure late-70s British sexploitation, where nightclub drama collides with tangled affairs and power plays. Joan Collins reigns as the unapologetic Fontaine, out-partying and out-maneuvering nearly everyone. It’s a disco-lit showcase of hedonism, betrayals, and the perils of hiring your own boy toy.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Fontaine Khaled, the glamorous wife of a wealthy but dull businessman, indulges in London’s nightlife and pours his fortune into her nightclub, Hobo. When she hires Tony, a striking young manager, their professional relationship quickly turns personal, with Tony’s job hinging on his ability to satisfy Fontaine’s voracious desires. The arrival of Fontaine’s alluring stepdaughter Alexandra adds a new layer of intrigue, as Tony’s affections shift and personal entanglements multiply. Set against a backdrop of disco, decadence, and sexual gamesmanship, The Stud explores the tangled power dynamics and shifting loyalties within a world where pleasure is currency and relationships are always transactional.

Details & Specs

Director
Quentin Masters
Writer
Jackie Collins
Release
1978
Runtime
1h 35m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English, German
Genres
Drama, Romance
Also Known As
Das Superbiest, The Stud (original title)

Why This Matters

This film adapts Jackie Collins' 1969 novel and features Joan Collins in a starring role, marking a collaboration between the author and her sister.
— SassyFlix Curator

Cast & Crew

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Director: Quentin Masters Writer: Jackie Collins

Why Cult

Joan Collins Unleashed

Joan Collins delivers a bold, unapologetic performance as the nymphomaniac Fontaine Khaled, blending glamour and predatory charm in equal measure.

Disco-Era Nightlife

The Hobo nightclub pulses with London’s late-70s decadence, complete with orgies, drug use, and all the wild excesses of the era.

Taboo Relationships

From stepmother-stepdaughter rivalry to open marriages and extramarital affairs, the film revels in complicated, boundary-pushing liaisons.

Sexploitation Style

With explicit depictions of group sex, nudity, and swinging couples, The Stud is a prime example of British sexploitation cinema.

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Questions from the Vault

When was The Stud released? +

The Stud was released in 1978.

Who directed The Stud? +

The Stud was directed by Quentin Masters.

How long is The Stud? +

The Stud has a runtime of 95 minutes.

What genre is The Stud? +

The Stud is a drama and romance film.

Where can I watch The Stud? +

The Stud is available to stream on SassyFlix.

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