Young Werther (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1993, Young Werther is a drama film directed by Jacques Doillon, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Ismaël, a young thirteen-year old boy, is taken aback by the suicide of his best friend. Not only did he not have any idea that this dramatic act was a possibility, neither did his other friends. Perhaps it had something to do with his having an unrequited love for a beautiful young neighbor, an attraction Ismaël also feels. Perhaps it had something to do with drugs, or a problem with a universally disliked teacher. Throughout most of the film, the young survivors discuss their departed classmate.
Who’s in it. Young Werther stars Ismaël Jolé-Ménébhi as Ismael, Faye Anastasia as Faye, Jessica Tharaud as Jessica and Mirabelle Rousseau as Mirabelle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Young Werther has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Young Werther page.
If you liked it. Fans of Young Werther tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Young Werther (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Young Werther change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Young Werther worth watching?
- Young Werther holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Young Werther?
- Young Werther stars Ismaël Jolé-Ménébhi, Faye Anastasia, Jessica Tharaud, Mirabelle Rousseau and Miren Capello.
- When was Young Werther released?
- Young Werther was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.