Rendez-vous (1985): cast, story & where to watch

1985 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 1985, Rendez-vous is a drama and romance film directed by André Téchiné, running about 82 minutes.

What it’s about. Nina is a young, carefree actress who arrives in Paris searching for her big break. There, she finds drama both on- and offstage as she becomes involved with three men: a mild-mannered real-estate agent who offers her stability, a bad-boy actor who lives dangerously on the edge, and an intense theater director (Jean-Louis Trintignant) who casts her in a production of “Romeo and Juliet.” As opening night approaches, the emotional extremes of Nina’s love life fuel her art.

Who’s in it. Rendez-vous stars Lambert Wilson as Quentin, Juliette Binoche as Nina, Wadeck Stanczak as Paulot and Jean-Louis Trintignant as Scrutzler, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Rendez-vous has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rendez-vous page.

If you liked it. Fans of Rendez-vous tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Rendez-vous (1985)?
In US, Rendez-vous is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Rendez-vous worth watching?
Rendez-vous holds an audience score of 5.7 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 Rendez-vous?
Rendez-vous stars Lambert Wilson, Juliette Binoche, Wadeck Stanczak, Jean-Louis Trintignant and Dominique Lavanant.
When was Rendez-vous released?
Rendez-vous was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.