Where to watch The French Lieutenant's Woman (1981)
She was lost from the moment she saw him.
As of 13 October 2026, The French Lieutenant's Woman isn't included with any subscription in India, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.
Story
In this story-within-a-story, Anna is an actress starring opposite Mike in a period piece about the forbidden love between their respective characters, Sarah and Charles. Both actors are involved in serious relationships, but the passionate nature of the script leads to an off-camera love affair as well. While attempting to maintain their composure and professionalism, Anna and Mike struggle to come to terms with their infidelity.
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— India
Apple TV Store
Amazon VideoApple TV Store✅ The US
Amazon Prime Video
MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel
MGM Plus
Amazon Prime Video with Ads
Hoopla
The Roku Channel
YouTube Free
Tubi TVAmazon VideoApple TV Store
Google Play Movies
YouTube
Fandango At HomeAmazon VideoApple TV StoreGoogle Play MoviesYouTubeFandango At Home✅ The UK
Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video with AdsTubi TVYouTube FreeApple TV StoreAmazon VideoGoogle Play Movies
Sky StoreYouTubeApple TV StoreAmazon VideoGoogle Play MoviesSky StoreYouTube— Pakistan
Not available online in Pakistan right now.
✅ Germany
Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video with Ads
Rakuten TVYouTube FreeApple TV StoreAmazon VideoApple TV StoreAmazon VideoCast
Meryl StreepSarah / Anna
Jeremy IronsCharles Henry Smithson / Mike
Hilton McRaeSam
Lynsey BaxterErnestina
Emily MorganMary
Penelope WiltonSonia- JFJean FauldsCook
Charlotte MitchellMrs. Tranter
Peter VaughanMr. Freeman
Colin JeavonsVicar
Liz SmithMrs. Fairley
Patience CollierMrs. Poulteney
Director: Karel Reisz
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The French Lieutenant's Woman in India?
As of 13 October 2026, The French Lieutenant's Woman isn't included with any subscription in India, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.
Where can I watch The French Lieutenant's Woman in the US?
As of 13 October 2026, The French Lieutenant's Woman (1981) is streaming in the US on Amazon Prime Video, MGM Plus, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
Where can I watch The French Lieutenant's Woman in the UK?
As of 13 October 2026, The French Lieutenant's Woman (1981) is streaming in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, Tubi TV and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.
Where can I watch The French Lieutenant's Woman in Pakistan?
As of 13 October 2026, The French Lieutenant's Woman isn't available to stream, rent or buy online in Pakistan.
Where can I watch The French Lieutenant's Woman in Germany?
As of 13 October 2026, The French Lieutenant's Woman (1981) is streaming in Germany on Amazon Prime Video, Rakuten TV and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.
Is The French Lieutenant's Woman on Netflix?
As of 13 October 2026, The French Lieutenant's Woman is not on Netflix in India, the US, the UK, Pakistan or Germany.
Who is in the cast of The French Lieutenant's Woman?
The French Lieutenant's Woman stars Meryl Streep, Jeremy Irons, Hilton McRae, Lynsey Baxter and Emily Morgan, and is directed by Karel Reisz.
How long is The French Lieutenant's Woman and is it any good?
The French Lieutenant's Woman runs 2h 4m and has an average user rating of 6.5/10 from 250 votes.