Watering the Flowers (1896): cast, story & where to watch
1896 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1896, Watering the Flowers is a notable film directed by Georges Méliès, running about 1 minutes.
What it’s about. Watering the Flowers (French: L'Arroseur) was an 1896 French short comedy film directed by Georges Méliès. It was released by Méliès's company Star Film and is numbered 6 in its catalogues. The film was made in imitation of the more famous Louis Lumière film L'Arroseur Arrosé. It is currently presumed lost.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Watering the Flowers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Watering the Flowers page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Watering the Flowers (1896)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Watering the Flowers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Watering the Flowers worth watching?
- Watering the Flowers holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Watering the Flowers released?
- Watering the Flowers was released in 1896, with a runtime of about 1 minutes.