


Film · Released
The French Lieutenant's Woman
“She was lost from the moment she saw him.”
The French Lieutenant's Woman at a glance
The French Lieutenant's Woman is a 1981 drama and romance film, running 2h 4m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 12 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Rated 12 in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1981-08-28
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Genres
- Drama, Romance, History
- Director
- Karel Reisz
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.5 / 10 · 252 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmIn this story-within-a-story, Anna is an actress starring opposite Mike in a period piece about the forbidden love between their respective characters, Sarah and Charles. Both actors are involved in serious relationships, but the passionate nature of the script leads to an off-camera love affair as well. While attempting to maintain their composure and professionalism, Anna and Mike struggle to come to terms with their infidelity.
Cast
14 names
Meryl StreepSarah / Anna
Jeremy IronsCharles Henry Smithson / Mike
Hilton McRaeSam
Lynsey BaxterErnestina
Emily MorganMary
Penelope WiltonSonia
Charlotte MitchellMrs. Tranter
Peter VaughanMr. Freeman
Colin JeavonsVicar
Liz SmithMrs. Fairley
Patience CollierMrs. Poulteney
John BarrettDairyman
Leo McKernDr. GroganQuestions about The French Lieutenant's Woman
Quick answersWhere can I watch The French Lieutenant's Woman in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The French Lieutenant's Woman is listed on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The French Lieutenant's Woman suitable for children?
The French Lieutenant's Woman is rated 12 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The French Lieutenant's Woman on PelisPlus UK?
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What is The French Lieutenant's Woman about?
In this story-within-a-story, Anna is an actress starring opposite Mike in a period piece about the forbidden love between their respective characters, Sarah and Charles. Both actors are involved in serious relationships, but the passionate nature of the script leads to an off-camera love affair as well. While…
How long is The French Lieutenant's Woman?
The French Lieutenant's Woman runs for 2h 4m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The French Lieutenant's Woman trailer?
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