By the Sea
“When we die on the inside, the outside is left wandering dangerously by the sea.”
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About
Set in France during the mid-1970s, Vanessa, a former dancer, and her husband Roland, an American writer, travel the country together. They seem to be growing apart, but when they linger in one quiet, seaside town they begin to draw close to some of its more vibrant inhabitants, such as a local bar/café-keeper and a hotel owner.
Cast
Angelina Jolie
as Vanessa
Brad Pitt
as Roland
Mélanie Laurent
as Lea
Melvil Poupaud
as François
Niels Arestrup
as Michel
Richard Bohringer
as Patrice
Sarah Naudi
as Clarisse
Marika Green
as Dress Shop Saleswoman
Aldo Buontempo
as Fisherman
George Camilleri
as Georges the Waiter
Philippe Martinet
as Maitre D'
Francis Xuereb
as Hotel Receptionist
Malcolm Beethans
as Older Couple
Kathleen Beethans
as Older Couple
Bjorn Kubin
as Fancy Couple at Café
Penny Dix
as Fancy Couple at Café
Arcadia Vodka
as Café Cat
Indi Marceau Coppola
as Child in Hotel
Anna Cachia
as Dancer (uncredited)
Frédéric Dessains
as Pascal (uncredited)
Where does By the Sea rank today?
By the Sea is #3417 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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About By the Sea
“When we die on the inside, the outside is left wandering dangerously by the sea.”
Set in France during the mid-1970s, Vanessa, a former dancer, and her husband Roland, an American writer, travel the country together. They seem to be growing apart, but when they linger in one quiet, seaside town they begin to draw close to some of its more vibrant inhabitants, such as a local bar/café-keeper and a hotel owner. Running 122 minutes.
By the Sea Cast and Characters
The cast features Angelina Jolie (as Vanessa), Brad Pitt (as Roland), Mélanie Laurent (as Lea), Melvil Poupaud (as François), and Niels Arestrup (as Michel). Their performances are a major reason By the Sea has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch By the Sea NowWhy People Are Watching By the Sea
By the Sea flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and chemistry between leads that actually feels real. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch By the Sea online for free?
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How long is By the Sea?
By the Sea runs for 122 minutes (about 2 hours).
Is By the Sea good? What's the rating?
By the Sea holds a 5.5/10 rating based on 626 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of By the Sea?
The main cast includes Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Mélanie Laurent, and Melvil Poupaud, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is By the Sea available in English?
Yes — By the Sea was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was By the Sea released?
By the Sea was released in 2015.
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What is By the Sea about?
By the Sea is a Drama/Romance English-language film. Set in France during the mid-1970s, Vanessa, a former dancer, and her husband Roland, an American writer, travel the country together. They seem to be growing apart, but when they linger in one quiet, seaside town they begin to draw close to some of its more vibrant inhabitants, such as a local bar/café-keeper and a hotel owner.
When was By the Sea released?
By the Sea was released on November 12, 2015. It has a runtime of 2h 2m. The film was produced by Pellikola.
Who stars in By the Sea?
By the Sea stars Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Mélanie Laurent and Melvil Poupaud. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is By the Sea available in HD?
Yes, By the Sea is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.