---
title: "La Lectrice"
year: 1988
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/la-lectrice-1988"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 49693
imdb_id: "tt0095511"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 99
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 44
content_rating: "R"
---

# La Lectrice (1988) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/la-lectrice-1988

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Language: English.
Title: La Lectrice (also known as The Reader).
Year: 1988.
Genre: Comedy and Drama.
Director: Michel Deville.
Origin: French film.
Runtime: 1h 39m.
Based on: Raymond Jean's novel "La Lectrice".
Plot: A young woman passionate about reading immerses herself in the adventures of a fictional character who makes reading her profession. She explores different neighborhoods and wintertime Provence, where her imagination blends with reality.
Specific Plot Detail: Constance (played by Miou-Miou) reads the novel aloud in bed to her lover. The story is inspired by Marie, a woman who advertises her services as a reader.
Cast: Miou-Miou, Christian Ruché, Sylvie Laporte, Michel Raskine, Patrick Chesnais.
Awards/Nominations: Won the Louis Delluc Prize. Nominated for nine César Awards, including Best

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Michel Deville
- **Networks / Studios**: Ciné 5, Eléfilm, AAA Production

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Miou-Miou** as *Constance / Marie*
- **Patrick Chesnais** as *le P.D.G.*
- **Pierre Dux** as *le magistrat*
- **Régis Royer** as *Eric*
- **Christian Ruché** as *Jean/Philippe*
- **Brigitte Catillon** as *la mère d'Éric*
- **Marianne Denicourt** as *Bella B.*
- **Charlotte Farran** as *Coralie*
- **Clotilde de Bayser** as *la mère de Coralie*
- **Jean-Luc Boutté** as *l'Inspecteur de police*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch La Lectrice online?
La Lectrice is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is La Lectrice worth watching?
La Lectrice holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 44 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie La Lectrice and when was it released?
La Lectrice is a feature film with a runtime of 99 minutes. It was released in 1988. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed La Lectrice?
La Lectrice was directed by Michel Deville.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [La Lectrice — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/49693)
- [The Reader (1988) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095511/)
- [The Reader (1988 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Reader_(1988_film))
- [La Lectrice (1988) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/49693-la-lectrice/cast)
- [La Lectrice — Wikipédia](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Lectrice)

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