By the Sea Movie (2015): Where to watch and stream online

By the Sea

2015, Movie, 2h 2min

Set in France during the mid-1970s, Vanessa, a former dancer, and her husband Roland, an American writer, travel the country together. They seem to be growing apart, but when they linger in one quiet, seaside town they begin to draw close to some of its more vibrant inhabitants, such as a local bar/café-keeper and a hotel owner.

Country: United States,Malta

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Reviews

Critic Katie Rife

...surrounded by deep blue Maltese waters, quaint taverns operated by quainter barkeeps, and perfectly photogenic baguettes dusted with just the right amount of flour...

Read full review at The A.V. Club

Critic Nigel M Smith

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As played by Jolie Pitt and Pitt, it’s undeniable the two are in love: their wordless chemistry confirms that.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic David Jenkins

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As a director, writer and performer, Angelina Jolie-Pitt has finally come into her own.

Read full review at Little White Lies

Critic Christian Rising Matthiasen

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Det er en betagende smuk og stilren fortælling om to mennesker, der skal forsøge at finde tilbage til hvor de var engang.

Read full review at Cinemazone

Critic Nicki Bruun

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...udmærket håndværk med forståelse for fotografering og klipning.

Read full review at Filmmagasinet Ekko

Frequently asked questions

What is By the Sea about? Toggle content

In 1970s France, troubled married couple Vanessa (Angelina Jolie Pitt) and Roland (Brad Pitt) visit a charming seaside town to revive their passion for life and writing. Amidst their crumbling relationship, they encounter a young newlywed couple (Melanie Laurent and Niels Arestrup) next door, whose love inspires Vanessa to reawaken her own desires through secretly observing them. As tensions rise between truth and deceit within four walls — and listening in — the dramatic journey reveals startling discoveries about their past, and the present. The film is directed by Angelina Jolie, who co-wrote it with Brad Pitt (who also stars). It's an intimate drama that explores complex themes of love, marriage, grief, and discovery.

Where can I stream By the Sea? Toggle content

You can stream By the Sea on: Apple TV Store

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