Lady Oscar (1979)

The glamour, the strife, the intrigue of 18th century France!

• History
• Drama
• Romance

Oscar François de Jarjayes was born female, but her father insisted she be raised as a boy as he had no sons. She becomes the captain of the guards at Versailles under King Louis XVI and Marie Antonette. Her privileged, noble life comes under fire as she discovers the hard life of the poor people of France. She is caught up in the French Revolution, and must choose between her loyalty and love.

Rating

5.7 / 10 (39 votes)

Release date

March 3, 1979

Runtime

2h 04m

Language

English

Director

Jacques Demy

Status

Released