The Man Who Sleeps (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 7.9
Released in 1974, The Man Who Sleeps is a drama film directed by Bernard Queysanne, running about 77 minutes. “Just to wait until there is nothing left to wait for.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young student decides to have no more interaction with the world than is needed to minimally sustain life. His increasingly automaton-like behavior is coupled with a strange clarity of insight about the world around him.
Who’s in it. The Man Who Sleeps stars Jacques Spiesser as Man, Ludmila Mikaël as Narrator and Shelley Duvall as Narrator (English Version).
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, The Man Who Sleeps has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man Who Sleeps page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man Who Sleeps tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man Who Sleeps (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man Who Sleeps change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man Who Sleeps worth watching?
- The Man Who Sleeps holds an audience score of 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Man Who Sleeps?
- The Man Who Sleeps stars Jacques Spiesser, Ludmila Mikaël and Shelley Duvall.
- When was The Man Who Sleeps released?
- The Man Who Sleeps was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.