A Promise
2013, English. Directed by Patrice Leconte.
A romantic drama set in Germany just before WWI and centered on a married woman who falls in love with her husband's teacher. Separated by the war, they pledge their devotion to one another.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch A Promise
A Promise is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India.
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Cast & crew
- Patrice LeconteDirector
- Rebecca HallLotte Hoffmeister
- Alan RickmanKarl Hoffmeister
- Richard MaddenFriedrich Zeitz
- Toby MurrayOtto Hoffmeister
- Maggie SteedFrau Hermann
- Shannon TarbetAnna
- Jean-Louis SbilleHans, the Butler
- Sarah MessensMagda, the Maid
- Jonathan SawdonThe Engineer
- Christelle CornilPost Office Employee
- Gordon WilsonHotel Concierge
Details
- Released
- 4 September 2013
- Country
- Belgium, France
- Written by
- Patrice Leconte, Jérôme Tonnerre
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News & fan talk
What A Promise is based on
A Promise is based on Journey into the Past (1929) by Stefan Zweig.
1929
Journey into the Past
By Stefan Zweig
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A Promise: quick answers
Is A Promise worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 143 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Promise?
A Promise runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does A Promise have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Promise. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Promise parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Promise is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Promise on?
A Promise is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Promise?
If you liked A Promise, try Ryan's Daughter, Coward, The Ottoman Lieutenant.
Who directed A Promise?
A Promise (2013) was directed by Patrice Leconte and stars Rebecca Hall, Alan Rickman, Richard Madden.
What is A Promise based on?
A Promise is based on Journey into the Past (1929) by Stefan Zweig.