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The Eighth Day

7.319961h 58mNRMovieDrama

Georges has Down syndrome, living at a mental-institution, Harry is a busy businessman, giving lectures for young aspiring salesmen. He is successful in his business life, but his social life is a disaster since his wife left him and took…

DirectorJaco Van Dormael
WriterJaco Van Dormael
ProducerPhilippe Godeau

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 7 other countries

The Eighth Day isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Belgium, Czechia, Finland, France and 3 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Jaco Van Dormael

DADaniel Auteuil
Daniel Auteuil
Harry
PDPascal Duquenne
Pascal Duquenne
Georges
MMiou-Miou
Miou-Miou
Julie
HGHenri Garcin
Henri Garcin
Bank manager
ISIsabelle Sadoyan
Isabelle Sadoyan
Georges' Mother
FLFabienne Loriaux
Fabienne Loriaux
Fabienne, Georges's sister
JDJuliette Van Dormael
Juliette Van Dormael
Juliette
SLSabrina Leurquin
Sabrina Leurquin
Snack waitress
DKDieudonné Kabongo
Dieudonné Kabongo
Dustman
MM
Michele Maes
Nathalie
AD
Alice van Dormael
Alice
MM
Marie-Pierre Meinzel
Shoe store saleswoman

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The Eighth Day — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Eighth Day?

The Eighth Day isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Belgium, Czechia and Finland and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Eighth Day on Netflix?

No, The Eighth Day is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.

Is The Eighth Day on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Eighth Day isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch The Eighth Day for free?

The Eighth Day isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Eighth Day?

The Eighth Day hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around July 10, 1996. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.