Amy & Isabelle (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 9

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Released in 2001, Amy & Isabelle is a drama and tv movie film directed by Lloyd Kramer, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. In 1971, in the small town of Shirley Falls, in Maine, the odd and lonely secretary Isabelle Goodrow raises her teenager daughter Amy alone. She has only two friends in her job among her gossiper colleagues. When her overprotected daughter is seduced by her mathematic teacher Peter Robertson, the world of Isabelle falls apart. She becomes lost and loses her confidence on Amy, spoiling their relationship. Their bond gets tied again when Isabelle discloses her inner secrets from the past to Amy.

Who’s in it. Amy & Isabelle stars Elisabeth Shue as Isabelle Goodrow, Hanna Hall as Amy Goodrow, Conchata Ferrell as Bev and Viola Davis as Dottie, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Amy & Isabelle sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Amy & Isabelle page.

If you liked it. Fans of Amy & Isabelle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Amy & Isabelle (2001)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Amy & Isabelle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Amy & Isabelle worth watching?
Amy & Isabelle holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Amy & Isabelle?
Amy & Isabelle stars Elisabeth Shue, Hanna Hall, Conchata Ferrell, Viola Davis and Marylouise Burke.
When was Amy & Isabelle released?
Amy & Isabelle was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.