Family Life (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1985, Family Life is a comedy and drama film directed by Jacques Doillon, running about 95 minutes. “Childhood lasts a lifetime” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Every Saturday, to the great despair of his wife, Emmanuel finds his daughter Elise, fruit of a first union. A demanding and excessive father in his passions, he went to lay a loving trap for Elise.
Who’s in it. Family Life stars Sami Frey as Emmanuel, Mara Goyet as Elise, Juliet Berto as Mara and Juliette Binoche as Natacha, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Family Life 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 Family Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of Family Life tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Family Life (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Family Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Family Life worth watching?
- Family Life holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Family Life?
- Family Life stars Sami Frey, Mara Goyet, Juliet Berto, Juliette Binoche and Aïna Walle.
- When was Family Life released?
- Family Life was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.