A Day in the Country (1946)
Kernel Score: 81% · 208 ratings
Genres: Drama, Romance, Comedy
Released: 1946-05-21
Runtime: 41 minutes
Where to watch A Day in the Country
- Stream: The Criterion Channel, HBO Max
- Free with ads: Darkroom
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
The family of a Parisian shop-owner spends a day in the country. The daughter falls in love with a man at the inn, where they spend the day.
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Cast
- Sylvia Bataille as Henriette
- Jane Marken as Madame Dufour
- Georges D'Arnoux as Henri
- Jacques Brunius as Rodolphe
- André Gabriello as Monsieur Dufour
- Gabrielle Fontan as La Grand' Mère
- Jean Renoir as Père Poulain
- Marguerite Renoir as La Servante
- Paul Temps as Anatole
- Jacques Becker as Seminarian (uncredited)
A Day in the Country FAQ
Is A Day in the Country good?
A Day in the Country has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 208 audience ratings.
Where can I watch A Day in the Country?
In the US you can stream A Day in the Country on The Criterion Channel and HBO Max, watch it free with ads on Darkroom and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
What movies are like A Day in the Country?
If you liked A Day in the Country, try Waiting for Bojangles, Happiness, Holiday Inn and A Place in the Sun.