The Housekeeper
2002, French. Directed by Claude Berri.
After his wife leaves him for another man, Jacques hires a housekeeper, Laura, to keep his Paris apartment in order. As he starts increasing her hours and spending more time with her on her days off, Jacques is torn between the pleasure of Laura's company, and the headache that such an intrusion brings to his new domain of singlehood.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Claude BerriDirector
- Jean-Pierre BacriJacques
- Émilie DequenneLaura
- Brigitte CatillonClaire
- Catherine BreillatConstance
- Jacques FrantzRalph
- Axelle AbbadieHélène
- Apollinaire Louis-Philippe DogueErnest, Bartender
- Amalric GérardJulien
- Laurence ColussiWoman on the Terrace
- DjuraSinger
- Nathalie BoutefeuYoung Girl at Concert
- Xavier Malyassistant de Jacques
Details
- Released
- 13 November 2002
- Original title
- Une femme de ménage
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Claude Berri
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The Housekeeper: quick answers
Is The Housekeeper worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.6/10 from 79 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Housekeeper?
The Housekeeper runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does The Housekeeper have a post-credits scene?
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The Housekeeper parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is The Housekeeper on?
The Housekeeper isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 13 November 2002. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Housekeeper?
If you liked The Housekeeper, try You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger, Jane Austen Wrecked My Life, L.A. Without a Map.
Who directed The Housekeeper?
The Housekeeper (2002) was directed by Claude Berri and stars Jean-Pierre Bacri, Émilie Dequenne, Brigitte Catillon.