Henry & June (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1990, Henry & June is a romance film directed by Philip Kaufman, running about 136 minutes. “A true adventure more erotic than any fantasy” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. While traveling in Paris, author Henry Miller and his wife, June, meet Anais Nin, and sexual sparks fly as Nin starts an affair with the openly bisexual June. When June is forced to return to the U.S., she gives Nin her blessing to sleep with her husband. Then, when June returns to France, an unexpected, and sometimes contentious, threesome forms.
Who’s in it. Henry & June stars Fred Ward as Henry Miller, Uma Thurman as June Miller, Maria de Medeiros as Anais Nin and Kevin Spacey as Richard Osborn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Henry & June has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $11.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Henry & June page.
If you liked it. Fans of Henry & June tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Henry & June (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Henry & June change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Henry & June worth watching?
- Henry & June holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Henry & June?
- Henry & June stars Fred Ward, Uma Thurman, Maria de Medeiros, Kevin Spacey and Bruce Myers.
- When was Henry & June released?
- Henry & June was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 136 minutes.