A Private Life
Vie privée
Synopsis
When renowned psychiatrist Lilian Steiner learns of the sudden death of a patient, she suspects murder. She mounts a private investigation, enlisting an odd assortment of quirky characters.
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Official UK Trailer [Subtitled]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-03-12
Top Cast
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Jodie Foster
Lilian Steiner
Daniel Auteuil
Gabriel Haddad
Virginie Efira
Paula Cohen-Solal
Mathieu Amalric
Simon Cohen-Solal
Vincent Lacoste
Julien Haddad-Park
Luàna Bajrami
Valérie Cohen-Solal
Noam Morgensztern
Pierre Hallant, smoking patient
Sophie Guillemin
Jessica Grangé, hypnotist
Frederick Wiseman
Dr. Goldstein
Aurore Clément
Perle Friedman
Irène Jacob
Vera
Park Ji-min
Vanessa Park
Jean Chevalier
Cameron
Emma Ravier
Paula (20 years)
Scott Agnesi Delapierre
The neighbor
Lucas Bleger
Jacky Tiffou, vigil man
Jérôme Lenôtre
Man on the bus
Marlise Bété
Infirmière en cheffe
Release History & Theatrical Window
Vienna International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 16, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 26, 2026
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$10M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rebecca Zlotowski
- Screenplay & Story
- Anne Berest, Gaëlle Macé
- Original Score
- Robin Coudert
- Original Title
- Vie privée
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Worldwide Gross
- $10M
- Production Studios
- Les Films Velvet, France 3 Cinéma, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Cinéma, Buenos Hair
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rebecca Zlotowski
Anne Berest, Gaëlle Macé, Rebecca Zlotowski
Robin Coudert
Georges Lechaptois
Géraldine Mangenot
Frédéric Jouve, Albert Blasius
Department Leadership Roster
Rebecca Zlotowski
Director
Anne Berest
Screenplay
Gaëlle Macé
Screenplay
Frédéric Jouve
Producer
Georges Lechaptois
Director of Photography
Robin Coudert
Original Music Composer
Géraldine Mangenot
Editor
Katia Wyszkop
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Threat • Stressful Scenes
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Private Life
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What is A Private Life about?
When renowned psychiatrist Lilian Steiner learns of the sudden death of a patient, she suspects murder. She mounts a private investigation, enlisting an odd assortment of quirky characters.
Who directed A Private Life?
A Private Life was directed by Rebecca Zlotowski.
Who stars in A Private Life?
The principal cast of A Private Life includes Jodie Foster, Daniel Auteuil, Virginie Efira, Mathieu Amalric, Vincent Lacoste.
When was A Private Life released and how long is it?
A Private Life was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
How much did A Private Life make at the box office?
A Private Life grossed $10M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for A Private Life?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Private Life was composed by Robin Coudert.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Private Life?
A Private Life holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).