Bitter Moon (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1992, Bitter Moon is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Roman Polanski, running about 139 minutes. “A kinky voyage with a full head of steam.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A passenger on a cruise ship develops an irresistible infatuation with an eccentric paraplegic's wife.
Who’s in it. Bitter Moon stars Kristin Scott Thomas as Fiona, Hugh Grant as Nigel, Emmanuelle Seigner as Mimi and Peter Coyote as Oscar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Bitter Moon has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $1.9M at the box office.
Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Fetch TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bitter Moon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bitter Moon tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bitter Moon (1992)?
- In AU, Bitter Moon is available to rent or buy from Fetch TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Bitter Moon worth watching?
- Bitter Moon holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Bitter Moon?
- Bitter Moon stars Kristin Scott Thomas, Hugh Grant, Emmanuelle Seigner, Peter Coyote and Victor Banerjee.
- When was Bitter Moon released?
- Bitter Moon was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 139 minutes.