Goodbye Again (1961): cast, story & where to watch

1961 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1961, Goodbye Again is a drama and romance film directed by Anatole Litvak, running about 120 minutes. “This is how love is...and always will be...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Middle-aged businesswoman Paula Tessier resists the advances of Philip Van der Besh, the 24-year-old son of one of her clients. But when her longtime paramour, Roger Demarest, begins yet another casual affair with a younger woman, Paula decides that two can play that game. However, it seems that society looks differently at May-December romances when the woman is the older partner.

Who’s in it. Goodbye Again stars Ingrid Bergman as Paula Tessier, Yves Montand as Roger Demarest, Anthony Perkins as Philip Van der Besh and Jessie Royce Landis as Mrs. Van der Besh, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Goodbye Again has been warmly received by audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Goodbye Again tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Goodbye Again (1961)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Goodbye Again change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Goodbye Again worth watching?
Goodbye Again holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Goodbye Again?
Goodbye Again stars Ingrid Bergman, Yves Montand, Anthony Perkins, Jessie Royce Landis and Pierre Dux.
When was Goodbye Again released?
Goodbye Again was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.