The Libertine (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2000, The Libertine is a comedy and history film directed by Gabriel Aghion, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. French philosopher Denis Diderot produces the first encyclopedia while indulging in 18th-century decadence.
Who’s in it. The Libertine stars Vincent Perez as Denis Diderot, Fanny Ardant as Madame Therbouche, Josiane Balasko as Baronne d'Holbach and Michel Serrault as Le Cardinal, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Libertine has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID and rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Libertine page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Libertine tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Libertine (2000)?
- In US, The Libertine is available to stream on OVID, and rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Libertine worth watching?
- The Libertine holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Libertine?
- The Libertine stars Vincent Perez, Fanny Ardant, Josiane Balasko, Michel Serrault and Arielle Dombasle.
- When was The Libertine released?
- The Libertine was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.