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Scenes from a Marriage

1973Show1 season6 episodes

Drama
83
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.5

A nerve-racking, deeply moving drama series about everyday modern life and family, with standout performances and dialogue.

Good for binge-friendly · thought-provoking · adults

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, warmth or scares.

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Episodes

1 season · 6 episodes · best: S1E3 "Paula" 8.9

Episodes

8.6

Story

Johan and Marianne's marriage appears stable, but their relationship begins to unravel when Johan reveals an affair. Over several years, we follow their separation, divorce, and continued interactions as they form new relationships while remaining emotionally bound to one another.

Feels like

  • Intimate Marriage Drama
  • Psychological Relationship Study
  • Dialogue-Driven
  • Emotionally Intense
  • Bleak yet Insightful
  • Slow Burn Character Study
  • Existential Relationship Issues
  • Raw & Unflinching
  • Masterful Acting

Cast

10 of 10 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Ingmar Bergman
Written by
Ingmar Bergman
Produced by
Lars-Owe Carlberg

Everyone

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Facts

April 11, 1973 · May 16, 1973 · Ended

First aired
April 11, 1973
Last aired
May 16, 1973
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 6 episodes
Content
Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
Swedish
Made in
Sweden
Available in
11 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Scenes from a Marriage?"

Questions about Scenes from a Marriage

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Where can I stream Scenes from a Marriage?

Criterion

In the United States, Scenes from a Marriage streams on Criterion. It also streams in 7 other countries.

Is Scenes from a Marriage worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83 (IMDb 8.5).

How long does it take to watch Scenes from a Marriage?

30 h

About 30 hours: 6 episodes in 1 season of about 297 minutes each, aired from 1973 to 1973.

Is Scenes from a Marriage plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

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

Is Scenes from a Marriage good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsIntergenerationalPublic Viewing SafeSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 8 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is Scenes from a Marriage in English?

Swedish

No, it was made in Swedish.