Paris Follies (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2014, Paris Follies is a comedy film directed by Marc Fitoussi, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Long married 50-somethings Brigitte and Xavier are prize cattle breeders in regional France. Life is good, but the departure of their children from home has thrown Brigitte’s world into flux, as she finds herself locked into routine. She keeps hoping for something else, something more. A party held by students on the adjoining property accelerates this latent crisis and Brigitte impulsively sets off for Paris under the guise of a doctor’s appointment. The city immediately invigorates her, and when she meets a charming Danish gentleman, she impulsively allows herself to be flattered by his attentions…
Who’s in it. Paris Follies stars Isabelle Huppert as Brigitte Lecanu, Jean-Pierre Darroussin as Xavier Lecanu, Michael Nyqvist as Jesper and Pio Marmaï as Stan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Paris Follies has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paris Follies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paris Follies tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paris Follies (2014)?
- In AU, Paris Follies is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Paris Follies worth watching?
- Paris Follies holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paris Follies?
- Paris Follies stars Isabelle Huppert, Jean-Pierre Darroussin, Michael Nyqvist, Pio Marmaï and Audrey Dana.
- When was Paris Follies released?
- Paris Follies was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.