The Return of James Battle (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2004, The Return of James Battle is a comedy, adventure and horror film directed by Didier Poiraud, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. James Bataille is in love. He attempts to stage an elaborate motorcycle stunt to impress the girl, but when it goes sour, he ends up in prison with a 133-year sentence. Bataille escapes from behind bars to make an appointment to fix the car of music biz tycoon, as well as watch the love of his life take part in the town's annual talent show.
Who’s in it. The Return of James Battle stars Vanessa Paradis as Concia, Jason Flemyng as James Bataille, Benoît Poelvoorde as Allan Chiasse and Jean-Pierre Marielle as Bosco, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Return of James Battle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Return of James Battle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Return of James Battle tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Return of James Battle (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Return of James Battle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Return of James Battle worth watching?
- The Return of James Battle holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, adventure and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Return of James Battle?
- The Return of James Battle stars Vanessa Paradis, Jason Flemyng, Benoît Poelvoorde, Jean-Pierre Marielle and Venantino Venantini.
- When was The Return of James Battle released?
- The Return of James Battle was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.