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The Lovers

1958Movie1 h 31 min

DramaRomance
59
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Rotten Tomatoes–40%
59
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Rotten Tomatoes–40%

Summary

A shallow, provincial wife finds her relationship with her preoccupied husband strained by romantic notions, leading her further towards Paris and the country wilderness.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Background watch

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  • You want fast pacing
  • You're watching with family

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Cast

10 of 10

Crew

Directed by
Louis Malle
Written by
Dominique Vivant, Louise de Vilmorin
Produced by
Hubert Mérial, Irénée Leriche
Music by
Johannes Brahms

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Facts

November 5, 1958 · 1 h 31 min · Sexual Content

Released
November 5, 1958
Runtime
1 h 31 min
Content
Sexual Content
Genres
Romance, Drama
Original language
French
Made in
France
Available in
12 countries

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Where can I stream The Lovers?

Criterion

In the United States, The Lovers streams on Criterion. It also streams in 8 other countries.

Is The Lovers worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59 (IMDb 7.1).

Is The Lovers good for date night?

Date NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Lovers plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Lovers in English?

French

No, it was made in French.