The Separation (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film
Released in 2005, The Separation is a drama, tv movie and history film directed by François Hanss.
What it’s about. On March 21, 1905, the hemicycle of the Palais-Bourbon resounded with the first session of a crucial and animated parliamentary debate, which was to last nearly ten months and occupy 48 sessions in the Chamber of Deputies. They have to study the bill of separation of the Churches and the State. This law, which founded laicity in France, was adopted on December 9, 1905.
Who’s in it. The Separation stars Pierre Arditi as Aristide Briand, Michael Lonsdale as Paul Doumer, Claude Rich as Abbé Gayraud and Jean-Claude Drouot as Jean Jaurès, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Separation page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Separation tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Separation (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Separation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Separation?
- The Separation stars Pierre Arditi, Michael Lonsdale, Claude Rich, Jean-Claude Drouot and Jacques Gallo.
- When was The Separation released?
- The Separation was released in 2005.