Mars and April (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2012, Mars and April is a drama and science fiction film directed by Martin Villeneuve, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. In the near future, as humanity prepares to set foot on Mars, Jacob Obus, an elderly musician, takes pride in slowing down time by playing instruments inspired by women's bodies, designed by his friend Arthur. A love triangle develops when Jacob and Arthur both fall in love with Avril, a young photographer. Enter Eugène Spaak, Arthur's father, an inventor and cosmologist who unveils a new theory about man's desire to reach Mars and helps Jacob find the true meaning of life and love.
Who’s in it. Mars and April stars Jacques Languirand as Jacob Obus, Caroline Dhavernas as Avril, Paul Ahmarani as Arthur and Robert Lepage as Eugène Spaak - tête, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Mars and April has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 Mars and April page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mars and April tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mars and April (2012)?
- In US, Mars and April 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 Mars and April worth watching?
- Mars and April holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mars and April?
- Mars and April stars Jacques Languirand, Caroline Dhavernas, Paul Ahmarani, Robert Lepage and Jean Asselin.
- When was Mars and April released?
- Mars and April was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.