The First 9½ Weeks
1998, English. Directed by Alex Wright.
A journey beyond pleasure
An investment banker travels to Louisiana to snag the account of an eccentric millionaire but gets involved with his lusty wife, Mardi Gras, and (possibly) a satanic cult. The events in and around New Orleans change him forever and give a new slant on The American Dream.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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The First 9½ Weeks is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Alex WrightDirector
- Paul MercurioMatt Wade
- Clara BellarEmily Dubois
- Malcolm McDowellFrancois Dubois
- Frederic ForrestDavid Millman
- Anna JacyszynRobin Millman
- Billy KeaneJoey Handler
- Richard DurdenLaurence Garner
- Dennis BurkleySheriff Marlon Tolette
- James BlackMaurice Boudreau
- Victoria MahoneyChantal
- Colin McFarlaneRemy
- Mitch LackieMr. Whitaker
Details
- Released
- 3 November 1998
- Country
- Luxembourg, United States of America
- Written by
- Alex Wright
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The First 9½ Weeks: quick answers
What should I watch before The First 9½ Weeks?
Watch Nine 1/2 Weeks (1986) and Another 9 1/2 Weeks (1997) first.
Is The First 9½ Weeks worth watching?
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How long is The First 9½ Weeks?
The First 9½ Weeks runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The First 9½ Weeks have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The First 9½ Weeks. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The First 9½ Weeks parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The First 9½ Weeks is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The First 9½ Weeks on?
The First 9½ Weeks is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The First 9½ Weeks?
If you liked The First 9½ Weeks, try Tyler Perry's Duplicity, The Hummingbird Project, The Lords of Discipline.
Who directed The First 9½ Weeks?
The First 9½ Weeks (1998) was directed by Alex Wright and stars Paul Mercurio, Clara Bellar, Malcolm McDowell.