The Third Part of the World (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 2008, The Third Part of the World is a fantasy, drama, romance and science fiction film directed by Éric Forestier, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Emma meets François at an airport in France. He is an astronomer who studies the phenomenon of black holes, and Emma finds herself immediately taken with him. Their romance flourishes during a stay in the countryside. But one day, François disappears on a bicycle ride. Left alone in a big house, Emma becomes afraid and returns to Paris to continue her life as a real estate agent. Soon after, François' brother Michel contacts her and together they try to solve the mystery of François' disappearance. But when he encounters Emma, Michel begins to transform into a ghost. Emma slowly begins to realize she possesses a frightening power that she was not aware of.
Who’s in it. The Third Part of the World stars Gaspard Ulliel as François, Eric Ruf as Michel, Clémence Poésy as Emma and Maya Sansa as Chiara, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, The Third Part of the World 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 Third Part of the World page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Third Part of the World tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Third Part of the World (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Third Part of the World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Third Part of the World worth watching?
- The Third Part of the World holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, romance and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Third Part of the World?
- The Third Part of the World stars Gaspard Ulliel, Eric Ruf, Clémence Poésy, Maya Sansa and Jean-Luc Bideau.
- When was The Third Part of the World released?
- The Third Part of the World was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.