The Permission (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2015, The Permission is a drama and tv movie film directed by Philippe Niang, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Jeanne, a young modern woman, mourns her brother who died in the front a few months earlier in WW I. She can not bring herself to marry the rich and charming Adrien whom her mother intends for her. A strange feeling prevents her from loving this man who nevertheless nourishes for her strong and sincere feelings. She will nevertheless resign herself - Until the day when Bakary a Senegalese rifleman who had fought until the last moments under the orders of her beloved brother arrives on leave in the family home. The two young people who are all opposed will be irresistibly attracted to each other. Their impossible love will provoke hatred and fury. But this forbidden and secret passion will also release some dark secrets.
Who’s in it. The Permission stars Charlotte de Turckheim as Louise Perreau, Hande Kodja as Jeanne Perreau, Michaël Cohen as Adrien de Volnay and Souleymane Seye Ndiaye as Bakary Diop, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Permission has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Permission page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Permission tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Permission (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Permission change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Permission worth watching?
- The Permission holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Permission?
- The Permission stars Charlotte de Turckheim, Hande Kodja, Michaël Cohen, Souleymane Seye Ndiaye and Georges Corraface.
- When was The Permission released?
- The Permission was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.