I Stand Alone (1998): cast, story & where to watch

1998 · Film · ★ 7.6

I Stand Alone poster

Released in 1998, I Stand Alone is a thriller and drama film directed by Gaspar Noé, running about 89 minutes. “In the bowels of France.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. After completing jail time for beating up a man who tried to seduce his mentally-handicapped teenage daughter, The Butcher wants to start life anew. He institutionalizes his daughter and moves to the Lille suburbs with his mistress, who promises him a new butcher shop. Learning that she lied, The Butcher returns to Paris to find his daughter.

Who’s in it. I Stand Alone stars Philippe Nahon as The Butcher, Blandine Lenoir as Daughter, Frankie Pain as Mistress and Martine Audrain as Belle-Mere, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, I Stand Alone has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch I Stand Alone page.

If you liked it. Fans of I Stand Alone tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch I Stand Alone (1998)?
In AU, I Stand Alone is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is I Stand Alone worth watching?
I Stand Alone holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in I Stand Alone?
I Stand Alone stars Philippe Nahon, Blandine Lenoir, Frankie Pain, Martine Audrain and Zaven.
When was I Stand Alone released?
I Stand Alone was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.