Longing for Eternity (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film
Released in 1988, Longing for Eternity is a drama and science fiction film directed by Robert Favreau, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. In this melodrama, Marie and Pierre (Danielle Proulx and Marc Messier) are a comfortably middle-class couple who want the ultimate accessory: a baby. Their efforts to conceive naturally have been unsuccessful, so they decide to try using the newest artificial methods of conception. Unfortunately for them, the clinician they contact for help is also given to conducting unauthorized experiments on the human lifespan, cloning, etc. Eventually the fertilization effort is successful, and Marie has conceived quadruplets. The couple discusses this situation while driving, and are killed in an auto accident.
Who’s in it. Longing for Eternity stars Danielle Proulx as Marie, Marc Messier as Pierre Lemieux, Paul Savoie as Antoine and Patricia Nolin as Hélène, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Longing for Eternity page.
If you liked it. Fans of Longing for Eternity tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Longing for Eternity (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Longing for Eternity change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Longing for Eternity?
- Longing for Eternity stars Danielle Proulx, Marc Messier, Paul Savoie, Patricia Nolin and Raymond Cloutier.
- When was Longing for Eternity released?
- Longing for Eternity was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.