Real Life (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 2004, Real Life is a fantasy and drama film directed by Panos H. Koutras, running about 111 minutes.

What it’s about. Aris, 27 years old, returns home after a long journey... His mother, an eccentric and lonely woman lives together with her secretary, Sylvia and her loyal gardener mute Christos. Her house is famous not only for its view in Acropolis but also for his pool: the deepest in Europe. Determined to leave behind his past and start a new life, Aris, will search the secret of his youth, he will fall in love with a poor girl, Alexandra and he will confront his own ghosts. In the meanwhile a fire turns Athens into a living hell...

Who’s in it. Real Life stars Nikos Kouris as Aris Kalligas, Marina Kalogirou as Alexandra, Odysseas Papaspiliopoulos as Nikos and Themis Bazaka as Mrs. Kalliga, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Real Life has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Real Life tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Real Life (2004)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Real Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Real Life worth watching?
Real Life holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Real Life?
Real Life stars Nikos Kouris, Marina Kalogirou, Odysseas Papaspiliopoulos, Themis Bazaka and Anna Mouglalis.
When was Real Life released?
Real Life was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.