---
title: "The Duke of Burgundy"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-duke-of-burgundy-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 250225
imdb_id: "tt2570858"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 104
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 380
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Duke of Burgundy (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-duke-of-burgundy-2015

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Duke of Burgundy is a film first released in 2015. Catalogued under Drama, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Pioneer Pictures, Rook Films, Film4 Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A couple's BDSM routine spirals as desire for change clashes with deeper taboos."

### Why Watch
- Sharp look at power exchange
- Elegant visual style
- Thought‑provoking relationship study

### Caveats & Content Note
- Explicit sexual content may not suit all viewers
- Pacing can feel repetitive
- Tone & Suitability: Contains explicit sexual themes and BDSM elements, suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: intimate, psychological, erotic, slow-burn

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Philo, YouTube TV, Sundance Now | Kanopy | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, Curzon Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Sundance Now, AMC+ | None | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Peter Strickland
- **Networks / Studios**: Pioneer Pictures, Rook Films, Film4 Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sidse Babett Knudsen** as *Cynthia*
- **Chiara D'Anna** as *Evelyn*
- **Eugenia Caruso** as *Dr. Fraxini*
- **Zita Kraszkó** as *Dr. Schuller*
- **Monica Swinn** as *Lorna*
- **Eszter Tompa** as *Dr. Viridana*
- **Fatma Mohamed** as *The Carpenter*
- **Bartsch Kata** as *Dr. Lurida*
- **Gretchen Meddaugh** as *Dr. in audience*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the central focus of the story?
The film follows lovers Cynthia and Evelyn as they navigate a sadomasochistic fantasy and its evolving tensions.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as drama and romance.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour 44 minutes.

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released in 2015.

### Q: What tone does the film maintain?
It maintains an intimate, slow‑burn tone exploring desire and control.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Duke of Burgundy — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/250225)

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