The Favourite Game (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 3.6
Released in 2003, The Favourite Game is a drama film directed by Bernar Hébert, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. As a kid, Leo thought he possessed, like a magician, the secret power to make things happen. As a young man, he certainly knows how to make things happen with women. But as his best friend Krantz would say to him, "Why do you always ask questions you already know answers to?" Leo believes firmly in what he invents from one day to the next. Images, impressions, stories fill his head. That's just how he is: life, for Leo, is just a game. Behind this childlike attitude, hides the very essence of his own life's quest.
Who’s in it. The Favourite Game stars JR Bourne as Leo / poet, Michèle-Barbara Pelletier as Shell, Cary Lawrence as Lisa and Sabine Karsenti as Tamara / Leo's ex-girlfriend, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.6/10, The Favourite Game 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 Favourite Game page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Favourite Game tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Favourite Game (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Favourite Game change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Favourite Game worth watching?
- The Favourite Game holds an audience score of 3.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Favourite Game?
- The Favourite Game stars JR Bourne, Michèle-Barbara Pelletier, Cary Lawrence, Sabine Karsenti and Daniel Brochu.
- When was The Favourite Game released?
- The Favourite Game was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.