---
title: "Desire"
year: 1996
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/desire-1996"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 83668
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Desire (1996) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/desire-1996

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Desire is a film first released in 1996. Catalogued under Comedy.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A charming butler's flirtations take a turn when he falls for his employer"

### Why Watch
- Witty premise of a seductive servant
- Brief runtime for a quick, entertaining watch

### Caveats & Content Note
- May feel repetitive for viewers expecting deeper drama
- Tone & Suitability: The film includes adult romantic themes and frequent flirtation, making it more suitable for mature audiences

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, romantic, playful

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/desire-1996#watch.

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is Désiré's job?
Désiré works as a servant and butler in the household.

### Q: Who does Désiré fall in love with?
He falls in love with Odette, the mistress of the minister of Posts.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
Desire is classified as a comedy.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour and 33 minutes.

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on May 5, 1996.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Desire — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/83668)
- [Desire (2026) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1668364-deseo)
- [Desire (2026) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt41617470/fullcredits/)
- [Desire - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desire)
- [Desire (1982) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/1467917-desire/prehled/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*