Naked Childhood (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1969, Naked Childhood is a drama film directed by Maurice Pialat, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Handed over to foster care by his mother—who's unwilling to give up permanent custody—the now-adolescent François understands that nothing in life is permanent, and his increasingly erratic actions reflect this knowledge.
Who’s in it. Naked Childhood stars Michel Terrazon as François, Raoul Billerey as Roby, Pierrette Deplanque as Josette and Marie-Louise Thierry as Madame Minguet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Naked Childhood has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Naked Childhood page.
If you liked it. Fans of Naked Childhood tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Naked Childhood (1969)?
- In US, Naked Childhood is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Naked Childhood worth watching?
- Naked Childhood holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Naked Childhood?
- Naked Childhood stars Michel Terrazon, Raoul Billerey, Pierrette Deplanque, Marie-Louise Thierry and René Thierry.
- When was Naked Childhood released?
- Naked Childhood was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.