The Promised Life (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2002, The Promised Life is a drama film directed by Olivier Dahan, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Sylvie is a hooker whose illegitimate daughter commits a crime. She and her daughter flee to find Sylvie's first love in the countryside. The daughter is trying to get to know her unwilling mother. Along the way, the two meet a male fugitive and bond with each other.
Who’s in it. The Promised Life stars Isabelle Huppert as Sylvia, Pascal Greggory as Joshua, Maud Forget as Laurence and Fabienne Babe as Sandra, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Promised Life 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 Promised Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Promised Life tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Promised Life (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Promised Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Promised Life worth watching?
- The Promised Life holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Promised Life?
- The Promised Life stars Isabelle Huppert, Pascal Greggory, Maud Forget, Fabienne Babe and André Marcon.
- When was The Promised Life released?
- The Promised Life was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.