Amélie (2001)
📌 Available on Prime Video🛡️ Adults 18+
📖 Story
A painfully shy waitress discovers an extraordinary gift for orchestrating small miracles in the lives of those around her in 2001 Paris. Amélie becomes a guardian angel of sorts, meddling with quiet purpose until she collides with a mysterious stranger who awakens something she's kept dormant: hope for her own happiness. This delicate comedy-romance unfolds as a portrait of loneliness and connection, where the greatest act of kindness might be allowing herself to be loved.
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Chaotic comedy
88
Excellent match
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneTense and mysterious
ExperienceRule-breaking fun and mischief
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a playful comedy that moves on attitude, quick gags, and easy momentum more than emotional depth.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Adults
📌 MPAA
This title is not ideal for family viewing.
Runtime
122 min
Original language
French
Country of origin
France
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorJean-Pierre Jeunet
WritingGuillaume LaurantJean-Pierre Jeunet
CastAudrey TautouMathieu KassovitzRufusSerge MerlinJamel Debbouze
ProductionArne Meerkamp van EmbdenClaudie Ossard
MusicJean-Michel TresalletHervé SchneidJean-Pierre Lelong
CinematographyBruno DelbonnelBruno CalvoDominique Colin
Where to watch Amélie
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✨Availability Snapshot7 offers
Amélie is currently listed across official watch options including Prime Video.
Rental starts from 3.49 GBP on Prime Video. Purchase starts from 4.99 USD on Prime Video.
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Videos for Amélie
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🎞️ 5 videos
![25th Anniversary | Official UK & IRE Trailer [Subtitled]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/555A7T_kmIc/hqdefault.jpg)
![The Wait is Over! It's time to get (re)Acquainted with AMÉLIE. [Subtitled]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/j0aotpJRPgc/hqdefault.jpg)
![AMÉLIE Is Coming Back to The Big Screen on 3 April [Subtitled]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NkvJh8cpVCE/hqdefault.jpg)
📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
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🔥Huge commercial success17.4x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue reached a very high multiple of the production cost
The release achieved a very large return multiple, clearly beyond a normal strong success.
Quick pulse
Huge success
💹 Return multiple: 17.4x📈 ROI: +1,639%🧾 Huge commercial success
💰Budget
$10M10 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$173.9M173.9 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🔥Commercial gap
+$163.9M+163.9 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🔥Return multiple
17.4x17.4x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
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Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $10M • Revenue: $173.9M • Commercial gap: +$163.9M ROI +1,639%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Return multiple is very high.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
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Cast & crew
Audrey Tautou
Amélie Poulain
Mathieu Kassovitz
Nino Quincampoix
Rufus
Raphaël Poulain
Serge Merlin
Raymond Dufayel
Jamel Debbouze
Lucien
Clotilde Mollet
Gina
Claire Maurier
Suzanne
Isabelle Nanty
Georgette
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Dominique Pinon
Joseph
Artus de Penguern
Hipolito
Yolande Moreau
Madeleine Wallace
Urbain Cancelier
Collignon
Lorella Cravotta
Amandine Poulain
Maurice Bénichou
Dominique Bretodeau
Director: Jean-Pierre Jeunet
❓ FAQ
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1Where can I watch Amélie?
Amélie is available on Prime Video for streaming. You can subscribe to the service and start watching the film immediately.
2Is Amélie suitable for families and children?
The film is generally innocent comedy-romance, but it's recommended for ages 13 and up for better understanding of its romantic and philosophical content. It depends on the child's maturity and ability to appreciate European cinema.
3How long is Amélie and is it worth watching?
The film is 122 minutes long (2 hours and 2 minutes), and it's absolutely worth watching. It's one of the most influential and beautiful French films, beloved by audiences worldwide.
4What is the story of Amélie in brief?
The story revolves around Amélie, a shy girl working in a small café in Paris, who discovers a strange gift that allows her to change others' lives for the better. She uses this gift to spread happiness around her, while searching for happiness in her own life.
5Who is the director and lead actress of Amélie?
The film is directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, and the lead role of Amélie is played by renowned French actress Audrey Tautou. She is supported by talented French actors including Mathieu Kassovitz and Rufus.
6When was Amélie released and is it too old?
The film was released in 2001, over 20 years ago, but its cinematic beauty and unique style have made it timeless. It's considered a modern classic whose quality doesn't diminish with time.
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