Strange Affair
1981, French. Directed by Pierre Granier-Deferre.
A young Parisian advertising executive becomes so captivated by the unsettling charm of his mysterious new employer that he eventually abandons his family and friends, viewing it a privilege to let the ubiquitous employer take over his home, his life, his desire. Only his wife remains suspicious, recognizing both the pathos and the evil in the man’s soul-stealing power.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 50 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Pierre Granier-DeferreDirector
- Gérard LanvinLouis Coline
- Michel PiccoliBertrand Malair
- Nathalie BayeNina Coline
- Jean-Pierre KalfonFrançois Lingre
- Madeleine CheminatYvette, la grand-mère de Louis
- Jean-François BalmerPaul Belais
- Pierre MichaëlGérard Doutre
- Victor Garrivierle père de Nina
- Dominique Blancharla mère de Nina
- Kathy KriegelVéronique
- Ariane LartéguySalomé
Details
- Released
- 23 December 1981
- Original title
- Une étrange affaire
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Pierre Granier-Deferre, Christopher Frank
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Strange Affair: quick answers
Is Strange Affair worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 50 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Strange Affair?
Strange Affair runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does Strange Affair have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Strange Affair. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Strange Affair parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Strange Affair yet.
Which OTT platform is Strange Affair on?
Strange Affair isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 23 December 1981. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Strange Affair?
If you liked Strange Affair, try Chaos, La Belle Équipe, Another Day.
Who directed Strange Affair?
Strange Affair (1981) was directed by Pierre Granier-Deferre and stars Gérard Lanvin, Michel Piccoli, Nathalie Baye.