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Mrs. Hyde (2018): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Mrs. Hyde is a 2018 drama starring Isabelle Huppert as Marie Géquil, Madame Hyde, Romain Duris and José Garcia. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes and earned $778,142 worldwide on a $4.6 million budget. Critics gave it 61% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 5.1/10.

IMDb rating
5.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes
61%
worldwide gross
$778.1K
Echo Score
82
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Mrs. Hyde (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 35m (95 min)
Genre
Drama
Original language
French
Budget
$4.6M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Mrs. Hyde About?

The premise of Mrs. Hyde without spoilers.

A repressed schoolteacher, facing disapproval from colleagues and students, unexpectedly undergoes a transformative experience. This leads to the emergence of a dark and liberated alter ego, who embraces freedom and confidence during the nighttime hours, offering a stark contrast to her daytime struggles.

Mrs. Hyde Themes & Keywords

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  • faraday cage
  • person on fire
  • female nudity
  • female protagonist
  • school
  • high school
  • teacher
  • high school teacher
  • high school student
  • teacher student relationship
  • school principal
  • chapter headings
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  • swimming pool
  • classroom
  • walker
  • dog
  • blackboard
  • laboratory
  • full moon
  • red moon
  • fish
  • fire
  • death
  • reference to dr. jekyll and mr. hyde
  • struck by lightning
  • troubled student
  • enthusiasm
  • social commentary
  • female science teacher
  • public school
  • unruly class
  • scientific experiment
  • female topless nudity
  • husband wife relationship
  • rapping
  • rapper
  • disability
  • disabled person
  • looking at oneself in a mirror
  • school project
  • key fob
  • dead animal
  • burned alive
  • physics
  • physics teacher
  • lightning
  • sleepwalking
  • burned to death
  • transformation
  • character name as title
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Cast & crew

Mrs. Hyde Cast & Characters

Isabelle Huppert leads the cast as Marie Géquil, Madame Hyde, with Romain Duris as Le proviseur and José Garcia as Pierre Géquil.

Also Starring in Mrs. Hyde

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Ratings

Mrs. Hyde Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Mrs. Hyde 61% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 5.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 82/100, strongest in art & craft (88) and weakest in story & flow (65).

82 /100

Mrs. Hyde Echo Score Breakdown

Mrs. Hyde stands out for its visually dynamic direction and Isabelle Huppert's compelling lead performance. Critics praised Bozon's inventive blend of screwball comedy and social commentary, noting the film's energetic camera work and thematic boldness. However, the narrative occasionally feels derivative and uneven in pacing, and the mixing of genres may not fully cohere for all viewers. While its sensory flair and strong central acting deliver a memorable experience, the story's fluctuations temper its overall impact. Ultimately, Mrs. Hyde offers enough originality and vigor to warrant an above-average reception.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 88

    In terms of art and craft, Mrs. Hyde excels with lively cinematography and inventive camera movements. The film's production design and editing create a vibrant visual rhythm that underscores its comic and dramatic shifts. Direction employs dynamic framing and measured pacing that evoke classic screwball energy. Overall, the visual craftsmanship remains a clear strength throughout.

  • Character & Emotion 88

    When it comes to character and emotion, Isabelle Huppert delivers a nuanced performance that anchors the film. Her portrayal conveys both restrained subtlety and explosive transformation, providing emotional depth. Supporting roles reinforce her energy, and the chemistry among characters underlines the narrative’s personal stakes. Consequently, the acting elevates the material with consistently engaging character work.

  • Story & Flow 65

    In terms of story and flow, the film presents an intriguing premise by merging educational drama with horror-comedy elements. However, the narrative sometimes feels unbalanced, with occasional lapses in pacing and moments that recall familiar genre tropes. While thematic ambition introduces originality, the plot coherence and engagement wax and wane. Overall, the story’s execution emerges as its most uneven aspect.

  • Sensory Experience 75

    When considering the sensory experience, Mrs. Hyde offers a polished audiovisual presentation. The soundtrack complements the screwball tone without overwhelming, and sound design supports the film’s comedic and dramatic beats. Visually, the cohesive style and kinetic camera work heighten the experience. Thus, the film maintains reliable sensory appeal through its sound and visual cohesion.

  • Rewatch Factor 70

    Regarding rewatch factor, Mrs. Hyde’s distinctive visual flair and Huppert’s performance encourage additional viewings. The film’s thematic layers and genre blends reward closer inspection, though the uneven narrative may lessen its lasting appeal for some audiences. On balance, the movie retains enough originality and charm to merit revisiting despite its flaws.

Box office

Mrs. Hyde Box Office & Budget

Mrs. Hyde grossed $778,142 worldwide on a $4.6 million budget, 17% of what it cost. $18,627 came from the US and Canada and $759,515 (98%) from the rest of the world.

2018 box office

Worldwide gross

$778.1K

17% of its budget back

US & Canada
$18.6K
International
$759.5K
Budget
$4.6M
US & Canada 2% Rest of the world 98%
Videos

Mrs. Hyde Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Trailer (English Subs)
  • Trailer Official U.S. Trailer

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FAQ

Mrs. Hyde FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Mrs. Hyde, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Mrs. Hyde?

Mrs. Hyde runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

When was Mrs. Hyde released?

Mrs. Hyde was released on April 27, 2018.

Who is in the cast of Mrs. Hyde?

Mrs. Hyde stars Isabelle Huppert as Marie Géquil, Madame Hyde, Romain Duris as Le proviseur and José Garcia as Pierre Géquil, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Mrs. Hyde make at the box office?

Mrs. Hyde grossed $778,142 worldwide ($18,627 domestic, $759,515 international) on a budget of $4.6 million.

How is Mrs. Hyde rated?

Mrs. Hyde has 5.1/10 on IMDb, 61% on Rotten Tomatoes and 43% on TMDB.

Does Mrs. Hyde have a post-credit scene?

No. Mrs. Hyde has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Mrs. Hyde in?

The original language of Mrs. Hyde is French.

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