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The Innocent

6.720221h 39mMovieComedyCrimeRomance

Sylvie, a nearly sixty-year-old woman, has fallen in love with Michel, a thug she marries in prison. The couple dream of starting again with a clean slate by opening a flower shop. But Sylvie’s son Abel, convinced that Michel will fall into a life of crime, disapproves of this relationship.

DirectorLouis Garrel
WritersLouis Garrel·Tanguy Viel
ProducerAnne-Dominique Toussaint

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Criterion ChannelCriterion ChannelKanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Louis Garrel

LGLouis Garrel
Louis Garrel
Abel Lefranc
RZRoschdy Zem
Roschdy Zem
Michel Ferrand
NMNoémie Merlant
Noémie Merlant
Clémence Genièvre
AGAnouk Grinberg
Anouk Grinberg
Sylvie Lefranc
JPJean-Claude Pautot
Jean-Claude Pautot
Jean-Paul
YKYanisse Kebbab
Yanisse Kebbab
Caviar truck driver
LWLéa Wiazemsky
Léa Wiazemsky
Sylvie's witness
MTManda Touré
Manda Touré
Woman at the aquarium
OA
Olga Amelchenko
Maud
RB
Romain Blachier
Chosen one at the first marriage
ZM
Zorah Ait Maten
Chosen one at the second marriage
JBJean-Claude Bolle-Reddat
Jean-Claude Bolle-Reddat
Jean-Claude

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The Innocent — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Innocent?

The Innocent is streaming on Criterion Channel and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Innocent on Netflix?

No, The Innocent is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Kanopy.

Is The Innocent on Amazon Prime Video?

The Innocent 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 Innocent for free?

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