The Handyman (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1980, The Handyman is a drama and romance film directed by Micheline Lanctôt, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. One of Canada's talented directors, actress Micheline Lanctot expresses an effective, engaging approach in this simple, poignant drama about Armand (Jocelyn Berube), a handyman with one problem romance after another. The quiet Armand settles into Montreal after his wife has left him and before long, he continues the momentum when an ill-considered liaison with a nubile woman ends on her insistence. Next, Armand gives his heart to a frustrated housewife, though this decision is hardly well thought out. In the meantime, a gay man who rents out a room in his apartment has unfulfilled longings directed at the unsuspecting handyman. L'Homme a Tout Faire won a Silver Medal for "Best Picture" at the 1980 San Sebastian Film Festival.
Who’s in it. The Handyman stars Jocelyn Bérubé, Andrée Pelletier, Gilles Renaud and Janette Bertrand, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, The Handyman 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 Handyman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Handyman tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Handyman (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Handyman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Handyman worth watching?
- The Handyman holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Handyman?
- The Handyman stars Jocelyn Bérubé, Andrée Pelletier, Gilles Renaud, Janette Bertrand and Danielle Schneider.
- When was The Handyman released?
- The Handyman was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.