The Affair (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1982, The Affair is a drama and romance film directed by Ishmael Bernal, running about 115 minutes. “She meets her man in some back street... during stolen hours.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young woman has an affair with a married man.
Who’s in it. The Affair stars Vilma Santos as Maria Lourdes 'Marilou' Castañeda, Christopher de Leon as Emil, Jimi Melendez as Junjun and Ernie Zarate as Mr. Castañeda, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Affair has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Affair page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Affair tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Affair (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Affair change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Affair worth watching?
- The Affair holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Affair?
- The Affair stars Vilma Santos, Christopher de Leon, Jimi Melendez, Ernie Zarate and Lucy Quinto.