A Couch in New York (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1996, A Couch in New York is a comedy and romance film directed by Chantal Akerman, running about 108 minutes. “A Man... A Woman... A Dog... The perfect combination for romance...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dr. Henry Harriston is a successful psychoanalyst in New York City. When he is near a nervous breakdown, he arranges to change his flat with Beatrice Saulnier from France for a while. Both don't know each other and both find themselves deeply involved into the social settings of the other, because the decision to change their flats is made overnight. Could be the perfect amusement, but suddenly Henry finds himself beaten up by Beatrice' lover and Beatrice is considered to be Dr. Harriston's substitute by his clients...
Who’s in it. A Couch in New York stars Juliette Binoche as Béatrice Saulnier, William Hurt as Henry Harriston, Paul Guilfoyle as Dennis and Richard Jenkins as Campton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, A Couch in New York has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Couch in New York page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Couch in New York tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Couch in New York (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Couch in New York change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Couch in New York worth watching?
- A Couch in New York holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Couch in New York?
- A Couch in New York stars Juliette Binoche, William Hurt, Paul Guilfoyle, Richard Jenkins and Stephanie Buttle.
- When was A Couch in New York released?
- A Couch in New York was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.