The Double Life of Véronique (1991)
Kernel Score: 84% · 877 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Fantasy
Released: 1991-05-15
Runtime: 98 minutes
Where to watch The Double Life of Véronique
- Stream: The Criterion Channel
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Véronique is a beautiful young French woman who aspires to be a renowned singer; Weronika lives in Poland, has a similar career goal and looks identical to Véronique, though the two are not related. The film follows both women as they contend with the ups and downs of their individual lives, with Véronique embarking on an unusual romance with Alexandre Fabbri, a puppeteer who may be able to help her with her existential issues.
The Double Life of Véronique parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this R-rated art-house drama follows two women's parallel lives and includes a romance with mature themes.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — The film includes a romantic relationship between Véronique and a puppeteer with mature, R-rated content.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Irène Jacob as Weronika / Véronique
- Halina Gryglaszewska as Auntie
- Philippe Volter as Alexandre Fabbri
- Guillaume de Tonquédec as Serge
- Kalina Jędrusik as Crazy Woman
- Aleksander Bardini as Conductor
- Władysław Kowalski as Weronika's Father
- Jerzy Gudejko as Antek
- Janusz Sterninski as Lawyer
- Sandrine Dumas as Catherine
The Double Life of Véronique FAQ
Is The Double Life of Véronique good?
The Double Life of Véronique has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 877 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Double Life of Véronique?
In the US you can stream The Double Life of Véronique on The Criterion Channel and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is The Double Life of Véronique OK for kids?
The Double Life of Véronique is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this R-rated art-house drama follows two women's parallel lives and includes a romance with mature themes.
What movies are like The Double Life of Véronique?
If you liked The Double Life of Véronique, try Lost Highway, Schindler's List, A Short Film About Killing and Swan Song.