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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by countryCast · Directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud
JM
Jane March
The Young Girl
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Tony Leung Ka-fai
The Chinaman
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Frédérique Meininger
The Mother
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Arnaud Giovaninetti
The Elder Brother
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Melvil Poupaud
The Younger Brother
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Lisa Faulkner
Helene Lagonelle
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Jeanne Moreau
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Xiem Mang
The Chinaman's Father
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Philippe Le Dem
The French Teacher
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Ann Schaufuss
Anne-Marie Stretter
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Tania Torrens
The Principal
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Espérance Pham Thai Lan
Femme
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The Lover — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams The Lover?
The Lover is streaming on OVID, Kanopy and Fandango at Home Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.
Is The Lover on Netflix?
No, The Lover is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on OVID and Kanopy.
Is The Lover on Amazon Prime Video?
No, The Lover isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on OVID and Kanopy instead.
Where can I watch The Lover for free?
The Lover is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Fandango at Home Free in United States.