A Very Long Engagement
2004, French. Directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet.
Never let go.
Young Frenchwoman Mathilde searches for the truth about her missing fiancé, lost during World War I, and learns many unexpected things along the way. The love of her life is gone. But she refuses to believe he's gone forever — and she needs to know for sure.
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Jean-Pierre JeunetDirector
- Audrey TautouMathilde
- Gaspard UllielManech
- Dominique PinonSylvain
- Chantal NeuwirthBénédicte
- André DussollierPierre-Marie Rouvières
- Ticky HolgadoGermain Pire
- Marion CotillardTina Lombardi
- Dominique BettenfeldAnge Bassignano
- Jodie FosterElodie Gordes
- Jean-Pierre DarroussinBenjamin Gordes
- Denis LavantSix-Soux
- RufusBreton
Details
- Released
- 27 October 2004
- Original title
- Un long dimanche de fiançailles
- Country
- France, United States of America
- Written by
- Guillaume Laurant, Jean-Pierre Jeunet
- Budget
- $47M
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A Very Long Engagement: quick answers
Is A Very Long Engagement worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 1,389 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Very Long Engagement?
A Very Long Engagement runs 133 minutes (2h 13m).
Does A Very Long Engagement have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Very Long Engagement. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Very Long Engagement parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Very Long Engagement is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Very Long Engagement on?
A Very Long Engagement isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Very Long Engagement?
If you liked A Very Long Engagement, try The Officers' Ward, Charlotte Gray, Harrison's Flowers.
Who directed A Very Long Engagement?
A Very Long Engagement (2004) was directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet and stars Audrey Tautou, Gaspard Ulliel, Dominique Pinon.