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Sentimental Education (1962): cast, story & where to watch

1962 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 1962, Sentimental Education is a romance film directed by Alexandre Astruc, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. Frédéric, a shy small-town man, falls in love with Anne, a middle class woman married to Didier, who cheats on her with top model Barbara. Catherine, a very determined woman, is secretly in love with Frédéric and in order to keep him away from Anne, pushes him into Barbara's arms.

Who’s in it. Sentimental Education stars Jean-Claude Brialy as Frédéric Moreau, Dawn Addams as Catherine Dambreuse, Marie-José Nat as Anne Arnoux and Dawn Adams as Catherine Dambreuse, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Sentimental Education has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sentimental Education page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sentimental Education tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sentimental Education (1962)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sentimental Education change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Sentimental Education worth watching?
Sentimental Education holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sentimental Education?
Sentimental Education stars Jean-Claude Brialy, Dawn Addams, Marie-José Nat, Dawn Adams and Michel Auclair.
When was Sentimental Education released?
Sentimental Education was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.