The Lovers on the Bridge (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1991, The Lovers on the Bridge is a drama and romance film directed by Leos Carax, running about 125 minutes. “Romance... In a most unlikely place.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set against Paris' oldest bridge, the Pont Neuf, while it was closed for repairs, this film is a love story between two young vagrants: Alex, a would be circus performer addicted to alcohol and sedatives and Michele, a painter driven to a life on the streets because of a failed relationship and an affliction which is slowly turning her blind.
Who’s in it. The Lovers on the Bridge stars Juliette Binoche as Michèle Stalens, Denis Lavant as Alex, Klaus-Michael Grüber as Hans and Edith Scob as Couple in car, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Lovers on the Bridge has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lovers on the Bridge page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lovers on the Bridge tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lovers on the Bridge (1991)?
- In US, The Lovers on the Bridge is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Lovers on the Bridge worth watching?
- The Lovers on the Bridge holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Lovers on the Bridge?
- The Lovers on the Bridge stars Juliette Binoche, Denis Lavant, Klaus-Michael Grüber, Edith Scob and Georges Aperghis.
- When was The Lovers on the Bridge released?
- The Lovers on the Bridge was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.