Heartbeats (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 7.2

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Released in 2010, Heartbeats is a drama and romance film directed by Xavier Dolan, running about 97 minutes.

What it’s about. Francis is a young gay man, Marie is a young straight woman and the two of them are best friends -- until the day the gorgeous Nicolas walks into a Montreal coffee shop. The two friends, instantly and equally infatuated, compete for Nicolas' indeterminate affections, a conflict that climaxes when the trio visit the vacation home of Nicolas' mother. The frothy comedy unfolds through narrative, fantasy sequences and confessional monologues.

Who’s in it. Heartbeats stars Monia Chokri as Marie, Niels Schneider as Nicolas, Xavier Dolan as Francis and Anne Dorval as Désirée, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Heartbeats has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $63K at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Heartbeats page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Heartbeats (2010)?
In US, Heartbeats is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Heartbeats worth watching?
Heartbeats holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Heartbeats?
Heartbeats stars Monia Chokri, Niels Schneider, Xavier Dolan, Anne Dorval and Anne-Élisabeth Bossé.
When was Heartbeats released?
Heartbeats was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.