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The Adversary

6.620022h 9mMovieMysteryDramaCrime

Based on the 2000 book of the same name by Emmanuel Carrère, it is inspired by the real-life story of Jean-Claude Romand. L'Adversaire's protagonist Jean-Marc Faure (Auteuil) pursues an imaginary career as a doctor of medicine in a plot…

DirectorNicole Garcia
WritersNicole Garcia·Frédéric Bélier-Garcia
ProducersAlain Sarde·Christine Gozlan

Where to watch

France Channel Amazon ChannelFrance Channel Amazon Channel
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Nicole Garcia

DADaniel Auteuil
Daniel Auteuil
Jean-Marc Faure
GPGéraldine Pailhas
Géraldine Pailhas
Christine Faure
FCFrançois Cluzet
François Cluzet
Luc
FBFrançois Berléand
François Berléand
Rémi
EDEmmanuelle Devos
Emmanuelle Devos
Marianne
AF
Alice Fauvet
Alice
MJMartin Jobert
Martin Jobert
Vincent
MC
Michel Cassagne
Le père de Jean-Marc
JDJoséphine Derenne
Joséphine Derenne
La mère de Jean-Marc
ALAnne Loiret
Anne Loiret
Cécile
OCOlivier Cruveiller
Olivier Cruveiller
Jean-Jacques
NANadine Alari
Nadine Alari
La mère de Christine

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The Adversary — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Adversary?

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

Is The Adversary on Netflix?

No, The Adversary is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on France Channel.

Is The Adversary on Amazon Prime Video?

The Adversary 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 Adversary for free?

The Adversary is available on France Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.