Three Lives and Only One Death (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1996, Three Lives and Only One Death is a comedy and crime film directed by Raúl Ruiz, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. Four intertwining stories of bizarre occurrences in Paris featuring a man who was stolen away by fairies, a professor who becomes a tramp, the lovers who inherit a chateau – and the last tale that connects all that has gone before.
Who’s in it. Three Lives and Only One Death stars Marcello Mastroianni as Mateo Strano / Georges Vickers / Butler / Luc Allamand, Anna Galiena as Maria Gabri - Colosso "Tania la Corse", Marisa Paredes as Maria and Chiara Mastroianni as Cecile, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Three Lives and Only One Death 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 Three Lives and Only One Death page.
If you liked it. Fans of Three Lives and Only One Death tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Three Lives and Only One Death (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Three Lives and Only One Death change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Three Lives and Only One Death worth watching?
- Three Lives and Only One Death holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Three Lives and Only One Death?
- Three Lives and Only One Death stars Marcello Mastroianni, Anna Galiena, Marisa Paredes, Chiara Mastroianni and Arielle Dombasle.
- When was Three Lives and Only One Death released?
- Three Lives and Only One Death was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.