Toto the Hero (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1991, Toto the Hero is a comedy, fantasy and drama film directed by Jaco Van Dormael, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. 80-year-old Thomas recounts his childhood and middle age through a series of flashbacks and dream sequences. Thomas believes he’s been taken away from a better life at birth; following a hospital fire, he vividly recalls being swapped with another new-born, and subsequently grows up in a poorer neighbouring household.
Who’s in it. Toto the Hero stars Michel Bouquet as Old Thomas, Thomas Godet as Child Thomas, Gisela Uhlen as Old Evelyne and Jo De Backer as Adult Thomas, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Toto the Hero has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $1.2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Toto the Hero page.
If you liked it. Fans of Toto the Hero tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Toto the Hero (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Toto the Hero change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Toto the Hero worth watching?
- Toto the Hero holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Toto the Hero?
- Toto the Hero stars Michel Bouquet, Thomas Godet, Gisela Uhlen, Jo De Backer and Mireille Perrier.
- When was Toto the Hero released?
- Toto the Hero was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.