Recto/Verso (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 1

Released in 1999, Recto/Verso is a notable film directed by Jean-Marc Longval, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Riddled with debts after having been unfairly fired from his job, a star TV presenter—and inveterate womanizer—passes as a homosexual in order to get a job on a gay TV channel. While some people use the casting couch to succeed, he is determined to succeed without the couch. That's why he decides to present his cousin, a rather naive karaoke fan, as his boyfriend.
Who’s in it. Recto/Verso stars Smaïn as Fred, Linda Hardy as Anne, Sophie Forte as Judith and Michel Muller as Joël, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Recto/Verso has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Recto/Verso page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Recto/Verso (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Recto/Verso change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Recto/Verso worth watching?
- Recto/Verso holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Recto/Verso?
- Recto/Verso stars Smaïn, Linda Hardy, Sophie Forte, Michel Muller and Ronald Guttman.
- When was Recto/Verso released?
- Recto/Verso was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.