The Frenchman's Garden (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1978, The Frenchman's Garden is a drama and horror film directed by Paul Naschy, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. "The Frenchman" was what locals called the man who ran the bar and restaurant in the small town of Peñaflor in rural Spain in the early part of the 20th century. But Juan Andrés Aldije Monmeja was not your usual jolly innkeeper. He ran an illegal gambling den and pimped out the waitresses who worked for him. Deciding there were easier and quicker ways to exploit his customers, The Frenchman started slaughtering them, stealing their money and burying their corpses in the garden at the back of his inn. It was not long before people started asking questions...
Who’s in it. The Frenchman's Garden stars María José Cantudo as Andrea, Ágata Lys as Charo, Paul Naschy as Juan Andrés Aldije 'El Francés' and José Calvo as José Muñoz Lopera, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Frenchman's Garden has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Frenchman's Garden page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Frenchman's Garden tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Frenchman's Garden (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Frenchman's Garden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Frenchman's Garden worth watching?
- The Frenchman's Garden holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Frenchman's Garden?
- The Frenchman's Garden stars María José Cantudo, Ágata Lys, Paul Naschy, José Calvo and Silvia Tortosa.
- When was The Frenchman's Garden released?
- The Frenchman's Garden was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.