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What's in a Name

7.320121h 50mMovieComedy

Vincent, a wealthy real estate agent, is invited to dinner by his sister Elizabeth and her husband Peter, both professors in Paris. Claude, a childhood friend and trombonist in a symphony orchestra, is also present. Vincent brings news…

DirectorsMatthieu Delaporte·Alexandre de La Patellière
WritersMatthieu Delaporte·Alexandre de La Patellière
ProducersDimitri Rassam·Jérôme Seydoux

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Cast · Directed by Matthieu Delaporte

PBPatrick Bruel
Patrick Bruel
Vincent
VBValérie Benguigui
Valérie Benguigui
Élisabeth
CBCharles Berling
Charles Berling
Pierre
GTGuillaume de Tonquédec
Guillaume de Tonquédec
Claude
JZJudith El Zein
Judith El Zein
Anna
FFFrançoise Fabian
Françoise Fabian
Françoise
YLYaniss Lespert
Yaniss Lespert
Livreur pizza
MPMiren Pradier
Miren Pradier
Infirmière bracelet
ALAlexis Leprisé
Alexis Leprisé
Apollin
JLJuliette Levant
Juliette Levant
Myrtille
BMBernard Murat
Bernard Murat
L'obstétricien

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What's in a Name — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams What's in a Name?

What's in a Name is streaming on OVID, Kanopy and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is What's in a Name on Netflix?

No, What's in a Name is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on OVID and Kanopy.

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What's in a Name 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 What's in a Name for free?

What's in a Name is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.