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The Railroad Lady

6.6201630mMovieComedyDrama

Élise Lafontaine has a secret routine. Every morning and evening for many years, she has been waving at the express train that passes her house. One fateful day, she finds a letter from the train conductor in her garden and her lonely life…

DirectorTimo von Gunten
WriterTimo von Gunten
ProducersJean de Meuron·Giacun Caduff

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KanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Timo von Gunten

JBJane Birkin
Jane Birkin
Élise
GTGilles Tschudi
Gilles Tschudi
Bruno
LGLucien Guignard
Lucien Guignard
Jacques
MBMathieu Bisson
Mathieu Bisson
Pierre
MBManuela Biedermann
Manuela Biedermann
Charlotte
JDJulie Dray
Julie Dray
Dance Teacher
VS
Viola von Scarpatetti
Dustlady
NH
Nicolas Heini
Bruno's Son
DD
Dorin Dragos
Peddler

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The Railroad Lady — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Railroad Lady?

The Railroad Lady is streaming on Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Pijama Films. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Railroad Lady on Netflix?

No, The Railroad Lady is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

Is The Railroad Lady on Amazon Prime Video?

The Railroad Lady isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Railroad Lady for free?

The Railroad Lady is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.