The Suitor (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1962, The Suitor is a comedy and drama film directed by Pierre Étaix, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Absent-minded yet cultured, Pierre answers his parents demands to wed by ignoring both astronomy and the housemaid, instead falling head-over-heels for rich damsels.
Who’s in it. The Suitor stars France Arnel as Stella, Laurence Lignières as Laurence, Claude Massot as Father and Pierre Étaix as Pierre, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Suitor has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Suitor page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Suitor tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Suitor (1962)?
- In US, The Suitor is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Suitor worth watching?
- The Suitor holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Suitor?
- The Suitor stars France Arnel, Laurence Lignières, Claude Massot, Pierre Étaix and Denise Péronne.
- When was The Suitor released?
- The Suitor was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.