The Nature of Love (2023)
Kernel Score: 78% · 216 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Romance, Comedy, Drama
Released: 2023-09-22
Runtime: 110 minutes
Where to watch The Nature of Love
- Stream: Prime Video, Philo, OVID
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, Darkroom, Fawesome, YOW.tv
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Sophia is a philosophy professor in Montreal and has lived as a couple with Xavier for 10 years. Sylvain is a carpenter in the Laurentians and must renovate their country house. When Sophia meets Sylvain for the first time, it’s love at first sight. Opposites attract, but can it last?
The Nature of Love parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that The Nature of Love is a romantic drama about a woman in a long-term relationship who falls for another man.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — The plot centers on romantic and sexual attraction outside an existing decade-long relationship, described as a 'twisted love.'
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Magalie Lépine-Blondeau as Sophia
- Pierre-Yves Cardinal as Sylvain
- Francis-William Rhéaume as Xavier
- Monia Chokri as Françoise
- Steve Laplante as Philippe
- Marie-Ginette Guay as Sylvie
- Micheline Lanctôt as Madeleine
- Guillaume Laurin as Olivier
- Linda Sorgini as Guylaine
- Mathieu Baron as Kevin
The Nature of Love FAQ
Is The Nature of Love good?
The Nature of Love has a 78% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 216 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Nature of Love?
In the US you can stream The Nature of Love on Prime Video, Philo and OVID, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, Darkroom, Fawesome and YOW.tv and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Nature of Love OK for kids?
The Nature of Love is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that The Nature of Love is a romantic drama about a woman in a long-term relationship who falls for another man.
What movies are like The Nature of Love?
If you liked The Nature of Love, try Waiting for Bojangles, Rosaline, Love Don't Co$t a Thing and Laurence Anyways.