
The French Lieutenant's Woman
She was lost from the moment she saw him.
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The French Lieutenant's Woman
- Genres: Drama, Romance, History
- Release Date: 1981-08-28
- Runtime: 124 minutes
- Rating: 6.4/10 (219 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $2,689,068
- Production Companies: Juniper Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.5221
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Meryl Streep
as Sarah / Anna

Jeremy Irons
as Charles Henry Smithson / Mike

Hilton McRae
as Sam

Lynsey Baxter
as Ernestina

Emily Morgan
as Mary

Penelope Wilton
as Sonia

Jean Faulds
as Cook

Charlotte Mitchell
as Mrs. Tranter

Peter Vaughan
as Mr. Freeman

Colin Jeavons
as Vicar
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Trailers & Clips
The French Lieutenant's Woman (1981) Original Trailer [FHD]
Carl Davis on Composing the Theme for THE FRENCH LIEUTENANT’S WOMAN
Meryl Streep and Jeremy Irons on THE FRENCH LIEUTENANT'S WOMAN
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The French Lieutenant's Woman?â–Ľ
The French Lieutenant's Woman is a Drama, Romance, History movie directed by . It was released on 1981-08-28.
Who are the main actors in The French Lieutenant's Woman?â–Ľ
The main cast includes Meryl Streep, Jeremy Irons, Hilton McRae, Lynsey Baxter, Emily Morgan, .
Where can I watch The French Lieutenant's Woman online?â–Ľ
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The French Lieutenant's Woman is available.
Is The French Lieutenant's Woman based on a true story?â–Ľ
She was lost from the moment she saw him.
What is the IMDb rating of The French Lieutenant's Woman?â–Ľ
The French Lieutenant's Woman has an IMDb rating of 6.4/10 based on 219 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The French Lieutenant's Woman?â–Ľ
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $2,689,068 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The French Lieutenant's Woman?â–Ľ
The soundtrack was composed by Juniper Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The French Lieutenant's Woman filmed?â–Ľ
The French Lieutenant's Woman was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The French Lieutenant's Woman?â–Ľ
The total runtime of The French Lieutenant's Woman is 124 minutes.
Is The French Lieutenant's Woman suitable for kids?â–Ľ
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The French Lieutenant's Woman?â–Ľ
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