The Idyll(2016)
The Idyll Synopsis
A modern adaptation of Guy de Maupassant's short story about a man and a woman sharing an unexpected encounter on a train as it travels through a beautiful and surreal landscape.
The Idyll (2016) is a drama film directed by Justin Anderson, released on June 8, 2016 with a runtime of 12m. It stars Emma de Caunes and Dougray Scott. Viewers rate it 3.5 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- Justin Anderson
- Writers:
- Guy de Maupassant, Justin Anderson
- Producers:
- Tarquin Glass, Kate McCreery
- Production:
- Ponyboy, Glass Man Films
- Status:
- Released
The Idyll (2016) Trailer
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The Idyll Cast & Crew
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Directed by Justin Anderson, written by Guy de Maupassant and Justin Anderson, produced by Tarquin Glass and Kate McCreery.
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The Idyll Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 3.5/10 from 6 ratings.
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The Idyll – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Idyll online?
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Who stars in The Idyll?
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The main cast of The Idyll (2016) includes Emma de Caunes and Dougray Scott. The film was directed by Justin Anderson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Idyll released?
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The Idyll was released on June 8, 2016 and runs for 12m.
Is The Idyll worth watching?
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The Idyll (2016) holds an average rating of 3.5 out of 10 from 6 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The Idyll?
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