How to watch Scenes from a Marriage

Scenes from a Marriage is an upcoming HBO miniseries starring Oscar Isaac and Jessica Chastain. It’s an English-language version of the 1973 Swedish miniseries of the same name, written and directed by Ingmar Bergman. HBO reportedly gave the project the go signal in July 2020, with Hagai Levi serving as writer and director. Find out how to watch all episodes here.

Scenes from a Marriage HBO preview

Ingmar Bergman wrote and directed Scenes from a Marriage (Scener ur ett äktenskap), a Swedish television miniseries starring Erland Josephson and Liv Ullmann as Johan and Marianne, in 1973. The original master cinematographer of the show was Sven Nykvist. 

The narrative follows Marianne (Liv Ullmann), a family lawyer who specializes in divorce, and Johan (Erland Josephson), an associate professor of psychology, as their marriage falls apart. The teleplay is based on Ingmar Bergman’s personal experiences, especially his relationship with Liv Ullmann, to whom he was married to from 1965 to 1970. In 1972, it was filmed on a shoestring budget in Stockholm and Fårö.

The miniseries was reduced into a cinematic format after it first aired on Swedish television in six parts and garnered stellar reviews in Sweden and all across the globe. Scenes from a Marriage sparked debate because of its alleged effect on Europe’s growing divorce rates, but still performed well at the box office.

While the Swedish box office movie did not qualify for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, it did win the Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film and other awards in cinema. It became one of the most talked-about and must-watch films of that decade.

At the beginning of the original series, the viewers are introduced to the couples Marianne, Johan, Katarina, Peter – Marianne and Johan just renewed their marriage contract, while Katarina and Peter are another married couple who have a miserable relationship.

The original story explores the disintegration of a relationship between a married couple in the span of 10 years. It was acclaimed for its compelling dialogue and realistic human portrayals, as well as Bergman’s screenplay and directing. In HBO’s remake, the original story and its iconic and even controversial depiction of love, ups and downs in a relationship, desire, monogamy and affair, marriage, and ultimately, divorce, will be revisited by a contemporary couple going through a rough patch in their marriage.

Oscar Isaac (Star Wars, Ex-Machina) and Jessica Chastain (Zero Dark Thirty, Molly’s Game) will portray the modern-day versions of the couple Johan and Marianne. Filming and production of the series began last year, which is is co-created, written, and directed by Hagai Levi. Levi is also the co-creator and writer of the award-winning series The Affair, which also examined the psychological and emotional forces at play in a marriage.

Executive producers include Chastain, Isaac, Hagai Levi, Amy Herzog, Michael Ellenberg, Lars Blomgren, Daniel Bergman, and Blair Breard. Michelle Williams was originally set to play the role that Liv Ullmann played in the original series, but stepped out due to a scheduling conflict. The upcoming HBO miniseries will be Chastain’s first major role on television ever since pursuing a career mostly in film.

Scenes from a Marriage cast

When does Scenes from a Marriage air?

The limited TV series premiered in Australia on the 13th of September 2021 on FOX SHOWCASE and BINGE. With only five episodes, it concluded on 11th October but you can still stream every episode on demand.

How many seasons are there of Scenes from a Marriage?

Scenes from a Marriage is a reboot of the Swedish drama of the same name. It aired on HBO Max for 5 episodes between September and October last year. Because it has been announced as a limited series, just like the original show it was based from, succeeding seasons are unlikely. 

Which streaming services show Scenes from a Marriage?

Scenes from a Marriage is another compelling television drama that HBO offers to fans of the genre. Behind the remake of the 1973 television classic is a Golden Globe-winning writer and director, and an equally talented cast. There are only a handful of providers that will show every episode of Scenes from a Marriage. Find out who they are here.

Streaming Services	Scenes from a Marriage
Foxtel	Yes
Foxtel Now	Yes
Foxtel From Telstra	Yes
BINGE	Yes
Stan	No
Amazon Prime	No
Disney Plus	No
Netflix	No
Apple TV+	No

How to watch Scenes from a Marriage in Australia?

The new Scenes from a Marriage miniseries aired exclusively on FOX SHOWCASE and BINGE in Australia, airing the same time as it went out in the United States. To watch on Foxtel with a Standard or HD TV, you have several choices, including subscribing to the Foxtel Plus pack to access over 50 channels of entertainment, drama, lifestyle, docos, reality and more. Foxtel owns HBO’s programming rights in Australia so Scenes from a Marriage isn’t available on free-to-air.

Stream Scenes from a Marriage on BINGE

Every episode of Scenes from a Marriage is also available on BINGE, which currently offers a 14-day free trial. Yes, the streaming platform offers a 14-day free trial new customers can take advantage of to stream every new episode of Scenes from a Marriage on demand. After your trial period has expired, you can pick from three different BINGE plans.

A Basic subscription costs $10 per month and allows you to stream in Standard Definition on one device. A Standard Plan is $16 per month and enables you to enjoy in standard or high definition on two devices. The Premium Plan ($18 per month) is the last alternative, allowing you to stream on up to four screens/devices in SD or HD. BINGE plans are all ad-free. All three plans are subject to cancellation at any time.

Watch Scenes from a Marriage on Foxtel Now

You can watch the episodes of Scenes from a Marriage by signing up for a free 10-day trial with Foxtel Now. This package also offers the opportunity to watch TV shows online via the Foxtel Go app. After your free trial period expires, the Foxtel Now Essentials Base bundle is only $25 per month. For more streaming choices, premium packs like Drama Extra, Sport, and Movies can be added to your base plan.

Watch Scenes from a Marriage on Telstra

Alternatively, you can access FOX SHOWCASE with Foxtel from Telstra and BINGE from Telstra offers. Foxtel from Telstra (including Foxtel Now from Telstra) offers the exact same programming as Foxtel but is often available at a reduced monthly cost. With the Foxtel Now from Telstra offer you can likewise stream Scenes from a Marriage using the Foxtel Go app.

Scenes from a Marriage trailer

Curious as to what the series is about? Check out Scenes from a Marriage trailer below.

Other TV shows on Foxtel and BINGE

The Foxtel Now and BINGE library are home to a huge range of must-see TV Shows and Movies for all tastes and ages. From drama and action to kids TV and documentaries, you’re never short of something to watch.

New titles are added each and every week so the choice is never an issue. These include hits like Watchmen, Westworld, and The Walking Dead. We have made a few more suggestions when it comes to what’s on Foxtel below, to make the wait for Scenes from a Marriage a little easier!

Streaming devices for BINGE and Foxtel

The following are the list of compatible streaming TV devices for which you can stream Scenes from a Marriage from the comfort of your own home or on the move.