Jefferson in Paris
1995, English. Directed by James Ivory.
A powerful man torn between his love for one woman and his secret desire for another.
His wife having recently died, Thomas Jefferson accepts the post of United States ambassador to pre-revolutionary France, though he finds it difficult to adjust to life in a country where the aristocracy subjugates an increasingly restless peasantry. In Paris, he becomes smitten with cultured artist Maria Cosway, but, when his daughter visits from Virginia accompanied by her attractive slave, Sally Hemings, Jefferson's attentions are diverted.
- Runtime
- 2h 19m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- James IvoryDirector
- Nick NolteThomas Jefferson
- Greta ScacchiMaria Cosway
- Thandiwe NewtonSally Hemings
- Gwyneth PaltrowPatsy Jefferson
- Jean-Pierre AumontD'Hancarville
- Simon CallowRichard Cosway
- Seth GilliamJames Hemings
- James Earl JonesMadison Hemings
- Michael LonsdaleLouis XVI
- Nancy MarchandMadame Abbesse
- Charlotte de TurckheimMarie Antoinette
- Lambert WilsonMarquis de Lafayette
Details
- Released
- 31 March 1995
- Country
- France, United States of America
- Written by
- Ruth Prawer Jhabvala
- Budget
- $14M
- Box office
- $2.5M
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Jefferson in Paris: quick answers
Is Jefferson in Paris worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.1/10 from 50 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Jefferson in Paris?
Jefferson in Paris runs 139 minutes (2h 19m).
Does Jefferson in Paris have a post-credits scene?
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Jefferson in Paris parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Jefferson in Paris is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Jefferson in Paris on?
Jefferson in Paris is streaming on History Vault in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Jefferson in Paris?
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Who directed Jefferson in Paris?
Jefferson in Paris (1995) was directed by James Ivory and stars Nick Nolte, Greta Scacchi, Thandiwe Newton.