The Marriage Escape (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2020, The Marriage Escape is a comedy and drama film directed by Johan Nijenhuis, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Jan has been married to Gedda for 35 years. Gedda loves Jan so much that she smothers him: before he can grab a glass from the table, she has already given him one. She picks out his clothing, his friends, his vacations and all their other activities. In an attempt to get some space Jan concocts a strange plan that literally transforms his marriage into a locked ward. Their daughter finds herself in a similar predicament with her exacting and jealous boyfriend.
Who’s in it. The Marriage Escape stars Herman Finkers as Jan, Johanna ter Steege as Gedda, Leonie ter Braak as Liesbeth and Ferdi Stofmeel as Erik, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Marriage Escape sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Marriage Escape page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Marriage Escape tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Marriage Escape (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Marriage Escape change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Marriage Escape worth watching?
- The Marriage Escape holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Marriage Escape?
- The Marriage Escape stars Herman Finkers, Johanna ter Steege, Leonie ter Braak, Ferdi Stofmeel and Stef Assen.