Amour (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1970, Amour is a drama and romance film directed by Gabriel Axel, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. This three-part movie begins with a young woman married to an older, cold-hearted man in the year 1200. Two rivals have a swordfight over the affections of the woman. Part two takes place in 1910 and finds an amorously unfaithful wife taking on her many lovers while her unsuspecting husband lurks nearby. The final part finds a count and countess engaging in extramarital affairs in France during the 1840s.
Who’s in it. Amour stars Ghita Nørby as Elisa, Svend Johansen as Didrik, Addy Lund as Kulmandens kone and Svend Erik Jensen as Politimester, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Amour 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 Amour page.
If you liked it. Fans of Amour tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Amour (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Amour change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Amour worth watching?
- Amour holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Amour?
- Amour stars Ghita Nørby, Svend Johansen, Addy Lund, Svend Erik Jensen and Paul Hüttel.
- When was Amour released?
- Amour was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.