Desire

Directed by Frank Borzage
Not Rated
February 28, 1936    1h 35mDrama, Comedy,
7.1100%80%6.9
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Madeleine (Dietrich) steals a string of pearls in Paris and uses US engineer Tom (Cooper), who is driving on his vacation to Spain, to get the pearls out of France, but getting the pearls back from him proves to be difficult without falling in love.
  • Marlene DietrichMadeleine de Beaupré
  • Gary CooperTom Bradley
  • John HallidayCarlos Margoli
  • William FrawleyMr. Gibson
  • Ernest CossartAristide Duvalle
  • Akim TamiroffAvilia
  • Alan MowbrayDr. Maurice Pauquet
  • Zeffie TilburyAunt Olga
  • George MacQuarrieClerk With Gun
  • Robert Emmett O'ConnorCustoms Official
  • George DavisFrench Garage Man (uncredited)
  • Enrique AcostaPedro, the Butler (uncredited)
  • Stanley AndrewsCustoms Inspector (uncredited)
  • Harry AntrimChauffeur (uncredited)
  • Rafael BlancoHaywagon Driver (uncredited)
  • Stephen ChaseContinental Palace Hotel Clerk (uncredited)
  • Blanche CraigTourist Woman (uncredited)
  • Anna De LinskyServant (uncredited)
  • Harry DeppGibson's Clerk (uncredited)
  • Oliver EckhardtHusband of Tourist Woman (uncredited)

Desire Ratings & Reviews

  • Mister ArnMay 14, 2025
    "Desire" exemplifies a romantic comedy where all elements align perfectly. The on-screen dynamic between Marlene Dietrich and Gary Cooper is enchanting, and the dialogue flashes with wit and unforgettable quips.

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