Strange Affair_
A young Parisian advertising executive becomes so captivated by the unsettling charm of his mysterious new employer that he eventually abandons his family and friends, viewing it a privilege to let the ubiquitous employer take over his home, his life, his desire. Only his wife remains suspicious, recognizing both the pathos and the evil in the man’s soul-stealing power.
Starring
Gérard Lanvin, Michel Piccoli, Nathalie Baye
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Strange Affair was released 45 years ago in 1981.
Overview
A young Parisian advertising executive becomes so captivated by the unsettling charm of his mysterious new employer that he eventually abandons his family an...
Strange Affair is a Drama film with a runtime of 1h 45m.
CAST (11)
Gérard Lanvin
Louis Coline
Michel Piccoli
Bertrand Malair
Nathalie Baye
Nina Coline
Jean-Pierre Kalfon
François Lingre
MC
Madeleine Cheminat
Yvette, la grand-mère de Louis
Jean-François Balmer
Paul Belais
PM
Pierre Michaël
Gérard Doutre
Victor Garrivier
le père de Nina
Dominique Blanchar
la mère de Nina
Kathy Kriegel
Véronique
Ariane Lartéguy
Salomé
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What is Strange Affair about?
A young Parisian advertising executive becomes so captivated by the unsettling charm of his mysterious new employer that he eventually abandons his family and friends, viewing it a privilege to let the ubiquitous employer take over his home, his life, his desire. Only his wife remains suspicious, recognizing both the pathos and the evil in the man’s soul-stealing power.
How long is Strange Affair?
Strange Affair has a runtime of 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Who stars in Strange Affair?
The cast of Strange Affair includes Gérard Lanvin, Michel Piccoli, Nathalie Baye, Jean-Pierre Kalfon, Madeleine Cheminat.
What is the rating of Strange Affair?
Strange Affair has a rating of 6.2 out of 10 based on 46 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (1)
Drama