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Romantic drama

The Secret (2000): Cast & Box Office

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The Secret is a 2000 romantic drama directed by Virginie Wagon, starring Anne Coesens as Marie, Jacqueline Jehanneuf and Michel Bompoil. It runs 1 hour 47 minutes and earned $166,721 worldwide.

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The Secret (2000) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 47m (107 min)
Director
Virginie Wagon
Genres
Romance , Drama
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Secret About?

The premise of The Secret without spoilers.

Marie, a successful door‑to‑door encyclopedia salesperson, has been married to François for twelve years and has a two‑year‑old son. Dissatisfied, she meets Bill, a 50‑year‑old African‑American man whose carefree demeanor both irritates and attracts her. Their illicit affair erupts into reckless passion, leaving Marie torn between forbidden lust and ordinary domestic duties, evident in the scratches and hickeys that horrify François.

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Cast & crew

The Secret Cast & Characters

Anne Coesens leads the cast as Marie, with Jacqueline Jehanneuf as Mère de Marie and Michel Bompoil as François. Directed by Virginie Wagon; 10 actors are credited in all.

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Box office

The Secret Box Office

The Secret grossed $166,721 worldwide.

2000 box office

Worldwide gross

$166.7K

International
$166.7K
Details

The Secret Also Known As

10 alternative titles, including “卖百科全书的女人” and “秘密”.

Also known as
  • 卖百科全书的女人
  • 秘密
  • 出墙记
  • 女人的秘密
  • Das Geheimnis
  • El secreto
  • Il segreto
  • Секрет
  • 세일즈우먼
  • Sekret

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The Secret FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of The Secret, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Secret?

The Secret runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

When was The Secret released?

The Secret was released on May 13, 2000.

Who directed The Secret?

The Secret was directed by Virginie Wagon.

Who is in the cast of The Secret?

The Secret stars Anne Coesens as Marie, Jacqueline Jehanneuf as Mère de Marie and Michel Bompoil as François, among 10 credited actors.

How much did The Secret make at the box office?

The Secret grossed $166,721 worldwide.

Does The Secret have a post-credit scene?

No. The Secret has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Secret in?

The original language of The Secret is French.

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