Law of Desire
1987, Spanish. Directed by Pedro Almodóvar.
An Outrageously Funny Tale of Lust, Passion and Jealousy!
Pablo, a successful film director, disappointed in his relationship with his young lover, Juan, concentrates in a new project, a monologue starring his transgender sister, Tina. Antonio, an uptight young man, falls possessively in love with the director and in his passion would stop at nothing to obtain the object of his desire.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Spanish
- Rated
- NC-17
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Worth the Hype
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7.1/10 from 342 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Law of Desire isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Pedro AlmodóvarDirector
- Eusebio PoncelaPablo Quintero
- Carmen MauraTina Quintero
- Antonio BanderasAntonio Benítez
- Miguel MolinaJuan Bermúdez
- Fernando GuillénDetective
- Manuela VelascoAda
- Nacho MartínezDoctor Martín
- Bibiana FernándezAda’s Mother
- Helga LinéAntonio’s Mother
- Germán CobosEl Cura
- Fernando Guillén CuervoPolicía hijo
- Marta Fernández MuroGroupi.
Details
- Released
- 7 February 1987
- Original title
- La ley del deseo
- Country
- Spain
- Written by
- Pedro Almodóvar
- Budget
- $600K
- Box office
- $1.4M
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Law of Desire: quick answers
Is Law of Desire worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 342 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Law of Desire?
Law of Desire runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Law of Desire have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Law of Desire. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Law of Desire parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Law of Desire is rated NC-17 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Law of Desire on?
Law of Desire isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Law of Desire?
If you liked Law of Desire, try Live Flesh, Femme, Original Sin.
Who directed Law of Desire?
Law of Desire (1987) was directed by Pedro Almodóvar and stars Eusebio Poncela, Carmen Maura, Antonio Banderas.