Face to Face (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1976, Face to Face is a fantasy and drama film directed by Ingmar Bergman, running about 114 minutes. “A woman's most intimate encounter with the one person she didn't know. Herself.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dr. Jenny Isaksson is a psychiatrist whose temporary position at a mental hospital offers only modest responsibilities. With her husband out of the country for a seminar and her daughter at camp, Jenny moves in with her grandparents, expecting a relaxing few months. But it isn't long before unpleasant memories of her childhood, the sudden appearance of strange apparitions, and a near-rape push this otherwise stable woman to the very edge of sanity.
Who’s in it. Face to Face stars Liv Ullmann as Dr. Jenny Isaksson, Erland Josephson as Dr. Tomas Jacobi, Aino Taube as Jenny's Grandmother and Gunnar Björnstrand as Jenny's Grandfather, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Face to Face has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Kanopy. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Face to Face page.
If you liked it. Fans of Face to Face tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Face to Face (1976)?
- In US, Face to Face is available to stream on Kanopy. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Face to Face worth watching?
- Face to Face holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Face to Face?
- Face to Face stars Liv Ullmann, Erland Josephson, Aino Taube, Gunnar Björnstrand and Sif Ruud.
- When was Face to Face released?
- Face to Face was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.