The History of Love
2016, English. Directed by Radu Mihăileanu.
The story of a long-lost book that mysteriously reappears and connects an old man searching for his son with a girl seeking a cure for her mother's loneliness.
- Runtime
- 2h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 99 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The History of Love
The History of Love isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
- Radu MihăileanuDirector
- Derek JacobiLeopold Gursky
- Sophie NélisseAlma Singer
- Gemma ArtertonAlma Mereminski
- Elliott GouldBruno Leibovitch
- Torri HigginsonCharlotte Singer
- Mark RendallYoung Leopold Gursky
- Corneliu UliciYoung Bruno Leibovitch
- William AinscoughBird Singer
- Alex Ozerov-MeyerMisha Strumann
- Jamie BlochZoey Schwartz
- Claudiu MaierZvi Litvinoff
- Julian BaileyJeff
Details
- Released
- 9 November 2016
- Country
- France, Canada, Belgium, Romania
- Written by
- Marcia Romano, Radu Mihăileanu
- Budget
- $20M
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What The History of Love is based on
The History of Love is based on The History of Love (2005) by Nicole Krauss, published by W. W. Norton & Company.
2005
The History of Love
By Nicole Krauss
Published by W. W. Norton & Company
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The History of Love: quick answers
Is The History of Love worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 99 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The History of Love?
The History of Love runs 134 minutes (2h 14m).
Does The History of Love have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The History of Love. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The History of Love parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The History of Love yet.
Which OTT platform is The History of Love on?
The History of Love isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The History of Love?
If you liked The History of Love, try Dear John, Doctor Zhivago, Private Peaceful.
Who directed The History of Love?
The History of Love (2016) was directed by Radu Mihăileanu and stars Derek Jacobi, Sophie Nélisse, Gemma Arterton.
What is The History of Love based on?
The History of Love is based on The History of Love (2005) by Nicole Krauss, published by W. W. Norton & Company.