The Ostrich Has Two Eggs (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1957, The Ostrich Has Two Eggs is a comedy film directed by Denys de La Patellière, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. A father discovers one day that one of his sons is a homosexual and the other, is the "gigolo" of a Japanese countess. He is first horrified, but finally accepts the situation because it brings him economical advantages.
Who’s in it. The Ostrich Has Two Eggs stars Pierre Fresnay as Hippolyte Barjus, Simone Renant as Thérèse Barjus, Georges Poujouly as Roger Barjus and Mady Berry as Leonie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Ostrich Has Two Eggs sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ostrich Has Two Eggs page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ostrich Has Two Eggs tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ostrich Has Two Eggs (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ostrich Has Two Eggs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ostrich Has Two Eggs worth watching?
- The Ostrich Has Two Eggs holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Ostrich Has Two Eggs?
- The Ostrich Has Two Eggs stars Pierre Fresnay, Simone Renant, Georges Poujouly, Mady Berry and Hubert Buthion.
- When was The Ostrich Has Two Eggs released?
- The Ostrich Has Two Eggs was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.