The First 9½ Weeks (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1998, The First 9½ Weeks is a thriller and drama film directed by Alex Wright, running about 100 minutes. “A journey beyond pleasure” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An investment banker travels to Louisiana to snag the account of an eccentric millionaire but gets involved with his lusty wife, Mardi Gras, and (possibly) a satanic cult. The events in and around New Orleans change him forever and give a new slant on The American Dream.
Who’s in it. The First 9½ Weeks stars Paul Mercurio as Matt Wade, Clara Bellar as Emily Dubois, Malcolm McDowell as Francois Dubois and Frederic Forrest as David Millman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The First 9½ Weeks has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The First 9½ Weeks page.
If you liked it. Fans of The First 9½ Weeks tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First 9½ Weeks (1998)?
- In US, The First 9½ Weeks is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The First 9½ Weeks worth watching?
- The First 9½ Weeks holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The First 9½ Weeks?
- The First 9½ Weeks stars Paul Mercurio, Clara Bellar, Malcolm McDowell, Frederic Forrest and Veena Bidasha.
- When was The First 9½ Weeks released?
- The First 9½ Weeks was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.