Strange Affair (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1981, Strange Affair is a drama film directed by Pierre Granier-Deferre, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. A young Parisian advertising executive becomes so captivated by the unsettling charm of his mysterious new employer that he eventually abandons his family and friends, viewing it a privilege to let the ubiquitous employer take over his home, his life, his desire. Only his wife remains suspicious, recognizing both the pathos and the evil in the man’s soul-stealing power.
Who’s in it. Strange Affair stars Gérard Lanvin as Louis Coline, Michel Piccoli as Bertrand Malair, Nathalie Baye as Nina Coline and Jean-Pierre Kalfon as François Lingre, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Strange Affair has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In CA you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Strange Affair page.
If you liked it. Fans of Strange Affair tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Strange Affair (1981)?
- In CA, Strange Affair is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Strange Affair worth watching?
- Strange Affair holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Strange Affair?
- Strange Affair stars Gérard Lanvin, Michel Piccoli, Nathalie Baye, Jean-Pierre Kalfon and Madeleine Cheminat.
- When was Strange Affair released?
- Strange Affair was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.