The French Lieutenant's Woman
"She was lost from the moment she saw him."
Originally released in 1981. The French Lieutenant's Woman is a drama/romance film. directed by Karel Reisz. With a runtime of 2h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Meryl Streep, Jeremy Irons, and Hilton McRae
Synopsis
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 attempting to maintain their composure and professionalism, Anna and Mike struggle to come to terms with their infidelity.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 28, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
2h 4m
124 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (235 votes)
Box Office
$2.7M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $2,689,068
Production Companies
- Juniper Films
Frequently Asked Questions
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 i...
Who directed The French Lieutenant's Woman?
The French Lieutenant's Woman was directed by Karel Reisz.
How long is The French Lieutenant's Woman?
The French Lieutenant's Woman has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).
When was The French Lieutenant's Woman released?
The French Lieutenant's Woman was released on August 28, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The French Lieutenant's Woman?
The main cast of The French Lieutenant's Woman includes Meryl Streep, Jeremy Irons, Hilton McRae, Lynsey Baxter, Emily Morgan.
Is The French Lieutenant's Woman worth watching?
The French Lieutenant's Woman has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 235 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.