Messidor (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1979, Messidor is a drama and adventure film directed by Alain Tanner, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. Two young women from very different backgrounds journey into the countryside seeking respite from unsatisfactory lives and relationships, but ultimately find that there is no way back to the world they once knew.
Who’s in it. Messidor stars Clémentine Amouroux as Jeanne Salève, Catherine Rétoré as Marie Corrençon, Franziskus Abgottspon and Hansjorg Bedschard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Messidor has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Messidor page.
If you liked it. Fans of Messidor tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Messidor (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Messidor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Messidor worth watching?
- Messidor holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Messidor?
- Messidor stars Clémentine Amouroux, Catherine Rétoré, Franziskus Abgottspon, Hansjorg Bedschard and Jörg Reichlin.
- When was Messidor released?
- Messidor was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.