The Paradise (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1999, The Paradise is a comedy, drama and tv movie film directed by Maarten Treurniet, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. The life of brothers Adri and Henri is disrupted when Adri wins a photo model, Diane, in a quiz show. Diane is no spring chicken when she comes, and Adri can do what he pleases with her for a month. Henri isn't too happy about Diane, because Adri doesn't do his job anymore. When Diane also behaves like a prostitute at a village wedding, Adri finally agrees with his brother that the woman has to go up. Only the milkman's wife defends her, she wants an honorable departure for Diane. However, a controversial discovery is made when the milkman dies, ensuring that Diane stays longer than expected.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Paradise 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 The Paradise page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Paradise tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Paradise (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Paradise change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Paradise worth watching?
- The Paradise holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Paradise released?
- The Paradise was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.