Private Lives (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1976, Private Lives is a comedy and drama film directed by John Gorrie, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Divorced couple Amanda and Elyot have both recently remarried. On their honeymoons, however, they discover that they have accidentally booked adjoining suites at the same hotel. Containing some of Coward's best dialogue, the play revolves around the agonising realisation that despite their ferocious incompatibility, they are still drawn to each other.
Who’s in it. Private Lives stars Alec McCowen as Elyot Chase, Penelope Keith as Amanda Prynne, Polly Adams as Sibyl Chase and Donald Pickering as Victor Prynne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Private Lives 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 Private Lives page.
If you liked it. Fans of Private Lives tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Private Lives (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Private Lives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Private Lives worth watching?
- Private Lives holds an audience score of 6.5 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 Private Lives?
- Private Lives stars Alec McCowen, Penelope Keith, Polly Adams, Donald Pickering and Françoise Pascal.
- When was Private Lives released?
- Private Lives was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.