Water Drops on Burning Rocks (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2000, Water Drops on Burning Rocks is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by François Ozon, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1970s Germany, Leopold, a 50-year-old businessman, picks up and seduces 20-year old Franz, who swiftly moves into his bachelor pad. Their cozy relationship soon sours as Leopold turns cranky and argumentative. When Franz's buxom blond girlfriend surfaces, and then Leopold's elegant and enigmatic ex, things get funnier, steamier and a lot more complicated.
Who’s in it. Water Drops on Burning Rocks stars Bernard Giraudeau as Léopold, Malik Zidi as Franz, Ludivine Sagnier as Anna and Anna Thomson as Véra.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Water Drops on Burning Rocks has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on BFI Player Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Water Drops on Burning Rocks page.
If you liked it. Fans of Water Drops on Burning Rocks tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Water Drops on Burning Rocks (2000)?
- In US, Water Drops on Burning Rocks is available to stream on BFI Player Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Water Drops on Burning Rocks worth watching?
- Water Drops on Burning Rocks holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Water Drops on Burning Rocks?
- Water Drops on Burning Rocks stars Bernard Giraudeau, Malik Zidi, Ludivine Sagnier and Anna Thomson.
- When was Water Drops on Burning Rocks released?
- Water Drops on Burning Rocks was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.