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The Lover

5.019721h 30mMovie

A thirty-year-old woman is secretly in love with the doctor who cares for her mother, an authoritarian and greedy widow. Her love turns into an obsession, and, morbidly jealous of her younger sister, she decides to murder the doctor.

DirectorChristian Mesnil

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Cast · Directed by Christian Mesnil

ABAdriana Bogdan
Adriana Bogdan
Anne Blanc
MB
Marcel Berteau
CC
Christine Carell
AB
Arlette Biernaux

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The Lover — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Lover?

The Lover isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Lover on Netflix?

No, The Lover is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Lover on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Lover isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Lover for free?

The Lover isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Lover?

The Lover hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 1972. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.