Thelma (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 4.9

Released in 2002, Thelma is a drama film directed by Pierre-Alain Meier, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Vincent, a down-at-the-heels French cab driver, desparately in need of cash for child support is intrigued when Thelma charters his cab for a trip to Crete. As they travel, talk and flirt, they become friends but the situation grows complicated when Vincent discovers that Telma is a trans woman. Will Vincent decide to explore a country that he's never been to?
Who’s in it. Thelma stars Michele Valley as Adrienne Forster, Laurent Schilling as Vincent Fleury, Philippe Duclos as Le réceptionniste and Pascale Ourbih as Thelma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Thelma has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thelma page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thelma tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thelma (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thelma change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thelma worth watching?
- Thelma holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thelma?
- Thelma stars Michele Valley, Laurent Schilling, Philippe Duclos, Pascale Ourbih and François Germond.