Elle (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2016, Elle is a thriller and drama film directed by Paul Verhoeven, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. When Michèle, the CEO of a gaming software company, is attacked in her home by an unknown assailant, she refuses to let it alter her precisely ordered life. She manages crises involving family, all the while becoming engaged in a game of cat and mouse with her stalker.
Who’s in it. Elle stars Isabelle Huppert as Michèle, Laurent Lafitte as Patrick, Anne Consigny as Anna and Charles Berling as Richard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Elle has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Elle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Elle tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Elle (2016)?
- In US, Elle is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Elle worth watching?
- Elle holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Elle?
- Elle stars Isabelle Huppert, Laurent Lafitte, Anne Consigny, Charles Berling and Virginie Efira.
- When was Elle released?
- Elle was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.