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Balzac

1999Show1 season2 episodes

Drama
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7

Summary

As Balzac prepares to die, his entire past flashes before his eyes. As a young writer, he was driven by the desire to achieve something great.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Binge-friendly

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  • You want to half-watch while scrolling

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, comfort or warmth.

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Cast

13 of 13 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Josée Dayan
Written by
Didier Decoin
Music by
Bruno Coulais

Everyone

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Facts

September 13, 1999 · September 20, 1999 · Ended

First aired
September 13, 1999
Last aired
September 20, 1999
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 2 episodes
Content
Sexual Content
Genres
Drama
Original language
French
Also spoken
Spanish
Made in
France

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Balzac worth watching?"

Questions about Balzac

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Balzac worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76 (IMDb 6.7).

Is Balzac good for date night?

and 2 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Can I half-watch Balzac?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for non-linear narrative and 7 for complexity.

Is Balzac in English?

FrenchSpanish

No, it was made in French, with some Spanish.