The Bathers (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 2003, The Bathers is a drama film directed by Viviane Candas, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Sexy, gritty and as provocative as a lap dance, The Bathers takes an insider's look at the lives of six women working as dancers at a seedy Parisian peep show. Governed by their overprotective boss, the girls' routine of glittery neon lights and lecherous customers is soon disrupted when an enigmatic stranger enters the scene. Now, drugs, sex and bickering all take a back seat as the girls unite to save this man haunted by a mysterious past and unforgiving demons. A fascinating glimpse into a world of back alleys and primal instincts, The Bathers transports us to a netherworld where the show always goes on.
Who’s in it. The Bathers stars Jean-Pierre Kalfon as Lebel, Ann-Gisel Glass as Nana, André Marcon as Tramp and Nadège Beausson-Diagne as Rita, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, The Bathers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bathers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bathers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bathers (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bathers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bathers worth watching?
- The Bathers holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bathers?
- The Bathers stars Jean-Pierre Kalfon, Ann-Gisel Glass, André Marcon, Nadège Beausson-Diagne and Carolkim Tran.
- When was The Bathers released?
- The Bathers was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.