Breathe (2014)

Kernel Score: 79% · 477 TMDB ratings

Genres: Drama

Released: 2014-11-12

Runtime: 91 minutes

Where to watch Breathe

  • Stream: JustWatch TV Plus
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  • Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube

US availability, updated 2026-11-12.

Overview

Charlie, a 17-year-old girl tortured by doubt, is thrilled when she becomes friends with Sarah, but when Sarah tires of Charlie and looks for a new friend, their relationship takes an ominous turn.

Breathe parents' guide: ages 14+

Parents need to know that this French drama depicts an intense and ultimately toxic friendship between two teenage girls.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Director

Mélanie Laurent

Cast

  • Joséphine Japy as Charlie
  • Lou de Laâge as Sarah
  • Isabelle Carré as Vanessa
  • Roxane Duran as Victoire
  • Claire Keim as Laura
  • Radivoje Bukvić as Charlie's father
  • Thomas Solivérès as Gastine
  • Camille Claris as Delphine
  • Louka Meliava as Lucas
  • Louise Grinberg as Louise

Breathe FAQ

Is Breathe good?

Breathe has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.

Where can I watch Breathe?

In the US you can stream Breathe on JustWatch TV Plus, watch it free with ads on JustWatch TV Free, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome and The Roku Channel and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Breathe OK for kids?

Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that this French drama depicts an intense and ultimately toxic friendship between two teenage girls.