Freuds Last Session (2023) 2 Movie Release Date – Freuds Last Session Part 2 OTT Release Date, OTT Platform, Plot & Where To Watch
Freuds Last Session Part 2: Freud’s Last Session, the movie that explored the fascinating encounter between two of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century, Sigmund Freud and C.S. Lewis, is getting a sequel. The movie, which was based on the play of the same name by Mark St. Germain, received critical acclaim and positive reviews from audiences, who praised the performances of Anthony Hopkins and Matthew Goode, as well as the intellectual and philosophical dialogue. The movie also earned two Oscar nominations, for Best Actor (Hopkins) and Best Adapted Screenplay (St. Germain).
Now, fans of the movie can look forward to Freud’s Last Session Part 2, which will continue the story of Freud and Lewis, as they face the challenges of World War II, their personal lives, and their spiritual journeys. Here is everything you need to know about Freuds Last Session Part 2, including its release date, cast, plot, trailer, and where to watch it.
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Freuds Last Session Part 2 Release Date
Freud’s Last Session Part 2 is scheduled to be released in theaters on December 22, 2024, exactly one year after the first movie. Freuds Last Session Part 1 will be released on 22 December 2023 in the US and on 12 January 2024 in Canada. The movie will be distributed by Sony Pictures Classics, which also handled the first movie. The movie will have a limited release, playing in select cities, before expanding to more markets. The movie will also be available on PVOD (Premium Video on Demand) and SVOD (Subscription Video on Demand) platforms, but the exact dates and platforms have not been announced yet.
The Plot
The movie is set in 1939, on the eve of World War II. Freud (Anthony Hopkins) is suffering from terminal cancer and is contemplating suicide. He invites Lewis (Matthew Goode) to his home in London for a conversation about the existence of God, a topic that they have sharply divergent views on. Freud is an atheist who sees religion as a delusion and a source of human misery. Lewis is a Christian who converted from atheism after experiencing a personal revelation.
The movie follows their dialogue as they debate the meaning of life, death, morality, love, and faith. They also share their personal stories, such as Freud’s relationship with his daughter Anna, who is a lesbian, and Lewis’ romance with Janie Moore, the mother of his best friend. The movie also depicts Freud’s hallucinations, which are triggered by his pain and medication, and Lewis’ memories of his childhood and his service in World War I.
The movie is not a historical account of a real meeting between Freud and Lewis, but rather a fictionalized dramatization of what might have happened if they had met. The movie is inspired by a book by Dr. Armand Nicholi, titled The Question of God: C.S. Lewis and Sigmund Freud Debate God, Love, Sex, and the Meaning of Life, which compares and contrasts the worldviews of the two men.
The Cast
Here is a table of the cast and their descriptions for the movie Freud’s Last Session:
| Actor | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Anthony Hopkins | Sigmund Freud | The author of The Chronicles of Narnia, who converted from atheism to Christianity shares his views with Freud. |
| Matthew Goode | C. S. Lewis | Anna’s partner, who is an American heiress and a psychoanalyst, helps Anna care for Freud. |
| Liv Lisa Fries | Anna Freud | Freud’s daughter, who is a lesbian and a psychoanalyst herself, and who introduces her partner Dorothy to her father. |
| Jodi Balfour | Dorothy Burlingham | The prime minister of the United Kingdom, who led the country during World War II made a radio broadcast during the movie. |
| Orla Brady | Janie Moore | Lewis’ lover, who is the mother of his best friend and a divorcee, and who lives with Lewis and his brother. |
| Stephen Campbell Moore | J.R.R. Tolkien | Lewis’ friend and colleague, who is the author of The Lord of the Rings and a fellow member of the Inklings, a literary group. |
| Jeremy Northam | Winston Churchill | The prime minister of the United Kingdom led the country during World War II and made a radio broadcast during the movie. |
Where to Watch
Freud’s Last Session Part 2 will be released in theaters on December 22, 2024, but you can also watch it online on various platforms. The movie will be available on PVOD and SVOD platforms, but the exact dates and platforms have not been announced yet. However, you can expect the movie to be available on platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Netflix, and Hulu, among others.
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Trailer
The official trailer for Freud’s Last Session Part 2 has not been released yet, but you can watch the teaser trailer here, which was released in November 2024. The teaser trailer gives a glimpse of the movie’s themes, such as war, love, faith, and death, and features some scenes from the movie, such as Freud and Lewis talking on the phone, Lewis meeting Davidman, Freud meeting Einstein, and Hitler addressing a crowd.
Conclusion
Freud’s Last Session Part 2 is a movie that will appeal to fans of the first movie, as well as those who are interested in the lives and works of Freud and Lewis. The movie is a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, as seen through the eyes of two brilliant and contrasting minds. The movie is also a showcase of superb acting, especially by Hopkins and Goode, who bring their characters to life with skill and sensitivity.
The movie is rated PG-13 for thematic material, some bloody/violent images, sexual material, and smoking. It is scheduled to be released in theaters on December 22, 2024. You can watch the teaser trailer here and find out more about the movie on its official website.
