Leaving (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 6

Leaving poster

Released in 2009, Leaving is a drama and romance film directed by Catherine Corsini, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. A bourgeois housewife, planning to go back to work as a physiotherapist after having devoted 20 years to her husband and two children, has her comfortable, elegant life turned upside down when she falls for a Spanish builder and begins a runaway affair.

Who’s in it. Leaving stars Kristin Scott Thomas as Suzanne, Sergi López as Ivan, Yvan Attal as Samuel and Bernard Blancan as Rémi, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Leaving has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Leaving page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Leaving (2009)?
In US, Leaving is available to stream on Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Leaving worth watching?
Leaving holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Leaving?
Leaving stars Kristin Scott Thomas, Sergi López, Yvan Attal, Bernard Blancan and Daisy Broom.
When was Leaving released?
Leaving was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.