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The Eighth Day (1996) - Movie Streaming, Cast & Reviews

⭐ Rating: 7.3/10 from 307 users | 🎬 Genres: Drama
Official poster for The Eighth Day (1996)

The Eighth Day (1996)

The Eighth Day (1996)

What a difference a day makes…

Georges has Down syndrome, living at a mental-institution, Harry is a busy businessman, giving lectures for young aspiring salesmen. He is successful in his business life, but his social life is a disaster since his wife left him and took their two children with her. This weekend his children came by train to meet him, but Harry, working as always, forgot to pick them up. Neither his wife or his children want to see him again and he is driving around on the country roads, anguished and angry. He almost runs over Georges, on the run from the institution since everybody else went home with their parents except him, whose mother is dead. Harry tries to get rid of Georges but he won't leave his new friend. Eventually a special friendship forms between the two of them, a friendship which makes Harry a different person.

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Duration: 1h 58min

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7.3 / 10 (307 votes)

Why Watch The Eighth Day?

Highly rated by audiences with 7.3/10, The Eighth Day delivers an exceptional drama experience, featuring outstanding performances from Daniel Auteuil and Pascal Duquenne. A proven favorite among Drama enthusiasts.

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Released in 1996, The Eighth Day belongs to the genres Drama and has received a rating of 7.3/10 on The Movie Database with 307 user votes.

This 118-minute movie will immerse you in the world of drama. Directed by Jaco Van Dormael, The Eighth Day has captivated a wide audience thanks to its exceptional quality.

Main Cast

Portrait of Daniel Auteuil as Harry

Daniel Auteuil

Harry
Portrait of Pascal Duquenne as Georges

Pascal Duquenne

Georges
Portrait of Miou-Miou as Julie

Miou-Miou

Julie
Portrait of Henri Garcin as Bank manager

Henri Garcin

Bank manager
Portrait of Isabelle Sadoyan as Georges' Mother

Isabelle Sadoyan

Georges' Mother
Portrait of Fabienne Loriaux as Fabienne, Georges's sister

Fabienne Loriaux

Fabienne, Georges's sister
Portrait of Juliette Van Dormael as Juliette

Juliette Van Dormael

Juliette
Portrait of Sabrina Leurquin as Snack waitress

Sabrina Leurquin

Snack waitress
Portrait of Dieudonné Kabongo as Dustman

Dieudonné Kabongo

Dustman

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Where can I watch The Eighth Day streaming?

You can watch The Eighth Day on various streaming platforms in the US: Check availability on major US streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, and other legal services.

Is The Eighth Day available in English (dubbed/subtitled)?

Yes, The Eighth Day is available with English audio and subtitles on most streaming platforms. Please check the availability of English dubbing on your preferred platform.

What is the plot of The Eighth Day?

Georges has Down syndrome, living at a mental-institution, Harry is a busy businessman, giving lectures for young aspiring salesmen. He is successful in his business life, but his social life is a disaster since his wife left him and took their two children with her. This weekend his children came by train to meet him, but Harry, working as always, forgot to pick them up. Neither his wife or his children want to see him again and he is driving around on the country roads, anguished and angry. He almost runs over Georges, on the run from the institution since everybody else went home with their parents except him, whose mother is dead. Harry tries to get rid of Georges but he won't leave his new friend. Eventually a special friendship forms between the two of them, a friendship which makes Harry a different person.

Who are the main actors in The Eighth Day?

The main cast of The Eighth Day includes: Daniel Auteuil, Pascal Duquenne, Miou-Miou, Henri Garcin, Isabelle Sadoyan

What is the duration of The Eighth Day?

The Eighth Day has a duration of 1h 58min.

What is the rating of The Eighth Day?

The Eighth Day has received a rating of 7.3/10 based on 307 user votes.

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