Sundays on Leave (1993): cast, story & where to watch

1993 · Film · ★ 7.4

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Released in 1993, Sundays on Leave is a comedy and drama film directed by Nae Caranfil, running about 104 minutes.

What it’s about. It is late in the Ceausescu era in Romania, and Cristina is having a difficult time with her boyfriend. He wants her to have sex with him before he goes off to do his obligatory stint in the army. She wants him to marry her first. She also gets involved with a slightly rebellious actor, a would-be ladies' man. He has some vague plans to defect - could those be the reason he is receiving mysterious phone calls? Or are they the work of his anonymous admirer?

Who’s in it. Sundays on Leave stars Nathalie Bonnifay as Cristina Burlacu, George Alexandru as Dinu Staroste, Marius Stănescu as Horatiu and Valentin Teodosiu as Jean, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Sundays on Leave has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sundays on Leave page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sundays on Leave tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sundays on Leave (1993)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sundays on Leave change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Sundays on Leave worth watching?
Sundays on Leave holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Sundays on Leave?
Sundays on Leave stars Nathalie Bonnifay, George Alexandru, Marius Stănescu, Valentin Teodosiu and Florin Călinescu.
When was Sundays on Leave released?
Sundays on Leave was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.