Jeanne du Barry is a historical drama movie depicting the rise of a young woman from working-class origins to becoming the mistress of King Louis XV, scandalizing the French court. The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on May 16, 2023, and was later released in French theaters. Comprising a stellar cast, it garnered attention for its captivating plot and stellar cast, making viewers eager to learn more about the Maïwenn directorial.
Here’s everything you need to know.
Release date — when is Jeanne du Barry coming out?
The Jeanne du Barry US release date is May 2, 2024.
Jeanne du Barry premiered at Cannes on May 16, 2023, and in French theaters on the same day, with a UK and Ireland release following on April 19, 2024. The announcement of its world premiere at Cannes was made on April 5, 2023, with a subsequent theatrical release in France on the same day. The film is set for streaming release on Netflix in France 15 months after its theatrical debut. In the United States, Vertical Entertainment is the distributor for the movie, starting its theatrical debut on May 2, 2024.
Trailer — watch it now
You can watch the Jeanne du Barry trailer below:
Johnny Depp returns to the big screen as King Louis XV in the trailer for the French historical drama, directed, co-written, and produced by Maïwenn. The trailer offers a glimpse into the scandalous life of Jeanne, a woman of low birth who rises to become the favored courtesan of the French king, amidst a backdrop of political intrigue and court scandals.
Cast — who is in Jeanne du Barry?
The Jeanne du Barry cast includes:
- Maïwenn as Jeanne du Barry
- Johnny Depp as Louis XV
- Benjamin Lavernhe as Jean-Benjamin de La Borde
- Pierre Richard as Louis François Armand de Vignerot du Plessis
- Melvil Poupaud as Count Guillaume du Barry
- Pascal Greggory as Emmanuel-Armand de Richelieu
- India Hair as Adélaïde de France
- Suzanne de Baecque as Victoire de France
- Capucine Valmary as Louise de France
- Diego Le Fur as The Dauphin
- Pauline Pollmann as Marie Antoinette
- Micha Lescot as Florimond Claude, Comte de Mercy-Argenteau
- Noémie Lvovsky as Countess Anne de Noailles
- Marianne Basler as Anne Bécu
- Erika Sainte as Young Anne Bécu
- Emma Kaboré Dufour as Young Jeanne du Barry
- Loli Bahia as Teenage Jeanne du Barry
Plot – what’s the story about?
The plot follows Jeanne, a young working-class woman, as she uses her intelligence and allure to climb the social hierarchy and become the favorite of King Louis XV. Their unconventional love story scandalizes the court of Versailles, defying propriety and etiquette.
The story revolves around Jeanne, a woman of humble origins driven by a desire for culture and pleasure. Through her intelligence and charm, she ascends the social ladder, capturing the attention of King Louis XV and becoming his favored companion. Their passionate love defies societal norms, leading Jeanne to relocate to Versailles, where her presence sparks scandal and intrigue among the courtiers. Now, she must navigate the complexities of royal life, contending with jealousy, political maneuvering, and the scrutiny of those who disapprove of her relationship with the king.
