Joy (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1983, Joy is a drama film directed by Sergio Bergonzelli, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. This is the story about Joy who falls in love with an older man (she has been looking for her missing father all her life), and then travels around Paris with him and his other female companion, experiencing a broad range of sexual encounters.
Who’s in it. Joy stars Claudia Udy as Joy, Gérard-Antoine Huart as Marc, Agnès Torrent as Margo and Elisabeth Mortensen as Joelle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Joy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Joy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Joy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Joy (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Joy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Joy worth watching?
- Joy holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Joy?
- Joy stars Claudia Udy, Gérard-Antoine Huart, Agnès Torrent, Elisabeth Mortensen and Claire Nadeau.
- When was Joy released?
- Joy was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.