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A Husband, a Wife and a Lover

1996Movie1 h 35 minPG

DramaTV Movie
43
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb5.8Rotten Tomatoes–36%

A slow-burning, tense drama movie about family and everyday modern life, with standout characters.

Good for thought-provoking · adults · partner watch

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Story

In a world of desire, she broke every rule.

When her cheating husband has a debilitating stroke, a woman invites her lover to move in with them.

Feels like

  • Marital Drama
  • Moral Dilemma
  • Psychological Tension
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Emotional Betrayal
  • Consequences of Adultery
  • Domestic Intrigue
  • Character Study
  • Slow-Burn Drama

Cast

14 of 14

Crew

Directed by
Ted Kotcheff
Written by
Daniel Freudenberger
Produced by
Patricia Clifford, Margot Winchester
Music by
Jonathan Goldsmith

Everyone

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Facts

March 16, 1996 · 1 h 35 min · PG

Released
March 16, 1996
Runtime
1 h 35 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Sexual Content, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, TV Movie, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
8 countries

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream A Husband, a Wife and a Lover?"

Questions about A Husband, a Wife and a Lover

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is A Husband, a Wife and a Lover worth watching?

43
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43 (IMDb 5.8).

Is A Husband, a Wife and a Lover okay for kids?

PGSexual contentDisturbing imagery

Better for older viewers: it's rated PG in the United States for sexual content and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

Is A Husband, a Wife and a Lover good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is A Husband, a Wife and a Lover plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.