Love Is a Splendid Illusion (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film
Released in 1970, Love Is a Splendid Illusion is a drama and romance film directed by Tom Clegg, running about 86 minutes. “A Story of Changing Partners...of Permissive Affairs...of Boys & Girls” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young London couple who have trouble remaining faithful to each other visit Italy, where the husband's cheating ways come to a head when the secret lover of his equally cheating wife turns out to be a potential business partner.
Who’s in it. Love Is a Splendid Illusion stars Simon Brent as Christian Dubarry, Andrée Flamand as Michelle Howard, Lisa Collings as Amanda Dubarry and Peter Hughes as Maurice Howard, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Love Is a Splendid Illusion page.
If you liked it. Fans of Love Is a Splendid Illusion tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Love Is a Splendid Illusion (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Love Is a Splendid Illusion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Love Is a Splendid Illusion?
- Love Is a Splendid Illusion stars Simon Brent, Andrée Flamand, Lisa Collings, Peter Hughes and Mark Kingston.
- When was Love Is a Splendid Illusion released?
- Love Is a Splendid Illusion was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.