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A husband’s jealousy turns his marriage into a voyeur’s game of desire and control.

THE VOYEUR

1977 · 1h 36m · NR · Drama / Thriller · IMDB TMDB

Despite being unhappy about it, a middle-aged man, allows his wife to carry on affairs in order to keep his marriage together.

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What is The Voyeur about?

The Voyeur is a 1977 Spanish drama-thriller directed by José Ramón Larraz about a middle-aged husband who compels his wife to have sex with other men while he watches in an attempt to manage his jealousy.

Programmer's Pick

José Ramón Larraz crafts a salacious study in marital dysfunction, serving up voyeurism and jealousy on a distinctly Spanish giallo platter. If you're intrigued by relationship power games and the psychology of watching, this one peeks through all the right keyholes.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

In The Voyeur, a middle-aged Spanish man finds himself deeply dissatisfied in his marriage to a beautiful woman, his life colored by relentless jealousy. To cope with his feelings and salvage their relationship, he insists that his wife engage in sexual encounters with other men, but only under his watchful eye—and sometimes, with his own participation. This arrangement, fraught with tension and emotional complexity, explores the darker edges of desire, voyeurism, and power within a marriage. The film navigates these provocative themes with a blend of drama and thriller, delving into the uneasy compromises and psychological games at the heart of their tangled relationship.

Details & Specs

Director
José Ramón Larraz
Writer
José Ramón Larraz
Release
1977
Runtime
1h 36m
Country
Spain
Language
Spanish
Genres
Drama, Thriller
Also Known As
The Voyeur, Le voyeur, Original title: El mirón

Cast & Crew

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Director: José Ramón Larraz Writer: José Ramón Larraz
Héctor Alterio Héctor Alterio Roman - husband Alexandra Bastedo Alexandra Bastedo Elena - wife Aurora Bautista Aurora Bautista Olga Carlos Ballesteros Carlos Ballesteros Alvaro Pep Munné Pep Munné Rafa Aurora Redondo Aurora Redondo Madre - Roman's mother Inés Morales Inés Morales Ella JF José Fernández Limpiabotas AF Anna Frigola Elvira - maid

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Why Cult

Voyeur Marriage Dynamics

The film centers on a husband who insists on witnessing his wife's extramarital affairs, turning jealousy into a spectacle.

Spanish Giallo Flavor

Blending drama and thriller with giallo influences, the film reimagines erotic obsession through a distinctly Spanish lens.

Provocative Sexual Taboos

Themes of cuckoldry, voyeurism, and ménage à trois push boundaries and challenge the conventions of marital fidelity.

Larraz Direction

Directed by José Ramón Larraz, known for his skill in exploring erotic tension and psychological drama.

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Questions from the Vault

When was The Voyeur released? +

The Voyeur was released in 1977.

Who directed The Voyeur? +

The Voyeur was directed by José Ramón Larraz.

How long is The Voyeur? +

The Voyeur has a runtime of 96 minutes.

What genre is The Voyeur? +

The Voyeur is a drama and thriller.

Where can I watch The Voyeur? +

You can watch The Voyeur on SassyFlix.

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