Not on the Lips (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2003, Not on the Lips is a comedy and romance film directed by Alain Resnais, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. A musical drawing room farce set in Paris in October, 1925. Gilberte, in middle-age, flirts with men but loves her husband Georges, wishing he were more demonstrative. He's negotiating a deal with an American, Eric Thomson, who turns out to be Gilberte's first husband from an annulled and secret stateside marriage. Along with her sister Arlette, Gilberte begs Eric not to tell Georges about the marriage. Meanwhile, a young artist, Charly, pursues Gilberte while Arlette tries to match him with the young Huguette, who loves him. Will Eric play along or try to re-win Gilberte's affection? Can Gilberte play one off against another? And who will manage to kiss whom on the lips?
Who’s in it. Not on the Lips stars Sabine Azéma as Gilberte Valandray, Isabelle Nanty as Arlette Poumaillac, Audrey Tautou as Huguette Verberie and Pierre Arditi as Georges Valandray, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Not on the Lips 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 Not on the Lips page.
If you liked it. Fans of Not on the Lips tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Not on the Lips (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Not on the Lips change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Not on the Lips worth watching?
- Not on the Lips holds an audience score of 5.9 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 Not on the Lips?
- Not on the Lips stars Sabine Azéma, Isabelle Nanty, Audrey Tautou, Pierre Arditi and Darry Cowl.
- When was Not on the Lips released?
- Not on the Lips was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.