Under the Sand (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 6.7

Under the Sand poster

Released in 2000, Under the Sand is a drama and mystery film directed by François Ozon, running about 92 minutes. “Can love vanish without a trace?” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When her husband goes missing at the beach, a female professor begins to mentally disintegrate as her denial of his disappearance becomes delusional.

Who’s in it. Under the Sand stars Charlotte Rampling as Marie Drillon, Bruno Cremer as Jean Drillon, Jacques Nolot as Vincent and Alexandra Stewart as Amanda, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Under the Sand has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In CA you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Under the Sand page.

If you liked it. Fans of Under the Sand tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Under the Sand (2000)?
In CA, Under the Sand is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Under the Sand worth watching?
Under the Sand holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Under the Sand?
Under the Sand stars Charlotte Rampling, Bruno Cremer, Jacques Nolot, Alexandra Stewart and Pierre Vernier.
When was Under the Sand released?
Under the Sand was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.