Wives (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1975, Wives is a comedy and drama film directed by Anja Breien, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Three old friends meet at a school reunion, and after trading the current details of their lives, the women come to realize how much they are dominated by their respective husbands’ needs and demands. Aching for a taste of freedom, the three decide to go off on a brief holiday spree together, away from jobs and families. 'Wives' is a delightful, ironic look at how a new generation of women was beginning to rebel against social conventions and gender expectations.
Who’s in it. Wives stars Anne Marie Ottersen as Mie Jacobsen, Katja Medbøe as Kaja Qvist, Frøydis Armand as Heidrun Iverson and Nøste Schwab as Kajas mor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Wives has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wives page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wives tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wives (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wives worth watching?
- Wives holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wives?
- Wives stars Anne Marie Ottersen, Katja Medbøe, Frøydis Armand, Nøste Schwab and Stein Collett Thue.
- When was Wives released?
- Wives was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.