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Great life (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 2009, Great life is a comedy film directed by Emmanuel Salinger, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. Philosophy teacher in the provincial city of Saint-Etienne, Gregoire is a discreet man of integrity. He strives to instill the fundamentals of wisdom in his lethargic high-school students. Circumstances lead him to Paris where he encounters a new student in the shape of Patrick, a star TV presenter. Patrick's career is on a high, but he's not happy. He wants to learn, he wants to change, he wants Gregoire to be his life-coach.

Who’s in it. Great life stars Laurent Capelluto as Grégoire Spielmann, Michel Boujenah as Patrick Lefrançois, Maurice Bénichou as Kowalski and Hélène Fillières as Véronique.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Great life has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Great life page.

If you liked it. Fans of Great life tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Great life (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Great life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Great life worth watching?
Great life holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Great life?
Great life stars Laurent Capelluto, Michel Boujenah, Maurice Bénichou and Hélène Fillières.
When was Great life released?
Great life was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.