Montreal Stories (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 5

Montreal Stories poster

Released in 1991, Montreal Stories is a comedy and drama film directed by Léa Pool, running about 125 minutes.

What it’s about. Six stories about Montreal. 1: A young housewife from Toronto samples the nightlife using basic French. 2: The tale of a painting of Montreal's first mayor, Jacques Viger. 3: During a hockey game, Madeleine tries to tell Roger she wants a divorce after forty years of marriage. 4: A visitor to a conference on pictographs arrives at the airport, where the female customs officer steals a momento from each person. 5: As she is being driven to the hospital in an ambulance after an auto accident, Sarah recalls her life. 6: At a diplomatic reception, an older woman reminisces about her grand love in Montreal.

Who’s in it. Montreal Stories stars Jacques Allard as Inspecteur des douanes, Denys Arcand as Denys Arcand, Barbara Arsenault as SOC and Nancy Arsenault as SOC, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Montreal Stories has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Montreal Stories page.

If you liked it. Fans of Montreal Stories tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Montreal Stories (1991)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Montreal Stories change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Montreal Stories worth watching?
Montreal Stories holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Montreal Stories?
Montreal Stories stars Jacques Allard, Denys Arcand, Barbara Arsenault, Nancy Arsenault and Philippe Ayoub.
When was Montreal Stories released?
Montreal Stories was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.