Sweet Idleness (1999) film poster — UK streaming guide

Where to watch Sweet Idleness (1999) in the UK

Name: Sweet Idleness
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 1999-03-31
Duration: 119 min
Rating: 8.2
Cast: François Cluzet, Isabella Ferrari, Margherita Buy, Giancarlo Giannini, Pierfrancesco Favino

Sweet Idleness (1999) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 10 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

This movie depicts the two years that young Stendhal spent in Italy. Stendhal, that time still known simply as Henri Beyle, is living the life of a wanderer, looking for a direction in his life, meeting famous Rossini and falling in love with young widow Giuseppina. A story of love, betrayal and an analysis of women and men's minds and souls.

Film
1999
119 min
★ 8.2/10 TMDB
Comedy
Drama

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