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After Life (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 2002, After Life is a drama and crime film directed by Lucas Belvaux, running about 123 minutes.

What it’s about. The final installment in director Lucas Belvaux's trilogy follows Pascal, a cop who sees a return to credibility in the capture of escaped convict Bruno--who in turn is harbored by Pascal's morphine-addicted wife Agnes. Pascal's already precarious ties to Agnes are strained further when he meets and falls for her fellow schoolteacher friend Cecile. With Pascal focused on Bruno and Cecile, Agnes is forced to find a fix on her own.

Who’s in it. After Life stars Dominique Blanc as Agnès Manise, Gilbert Melki as Pascal Manise, Ornella Muti as Cécile Rivet and Catherine Frot as Jeanne Coste, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, After Life 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 After Life page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch After Life (2002)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for After Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is After Life worth watching?
After Life holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in After Life?
After Life stars Dominique Blanc, Gilbert Melki, Ornella Muti, Catherine Frot and François Morel.
When was After Life released?
After Life was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.