The Proprietor
1996, English. Directed by Ismail Merchant.
An expatriated French novelist returns to Paris when she learns that her childhood home is being placed on the auction block.
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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The Proprietor is streaming on Philo, Fandor, and Cohen Media in India.
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Cast & crew
- Ismail MerchantDirector
- Jeanne MoreauAdrienne Mark
- Sean YoungVirginia Kelly / Sally
- Sam WaterstonHarry Bancroft
- Christopher CazenoveElliott Spencer
- Nell CarterMillie Jackson
- Jean-Pierre AumontFranz Legendre
- Austin PendletonWilly Kunst
- Charlotte de TurckheimJudith Mark
- Pierre VaneckRaymond T.K
- Marc TissotPatrice Legendre
- Josh HamiltonWilliam O'Hara
- Joanna AdlerF. Freemder
Details
- Released
- 9 September 1996
- Country
- France, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Jean-Marie Besset, George W.S. Trow
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How long is The Proprietor?
The Proprietor runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does The Proprietor have a post-credits scene?
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The Proprietor parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Proprietor is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Proprietor on?
The Proprietor is streaming on Philo, Fandor, and Cohen Media in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Proprietor?
If you liked The Proprietor, try The Nest, Strange Weather, Hardball.
Who directed The Proprietor?
The Proprietor (1996) was directed by Ismail Merchant and stars Jeanne Moreau, Sean Young, Sam Waterston.