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Taking Wing (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 2000, Taking Wing is a notable film directed by Steve Suissa, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. This is the story of Stan, a young man who might be considered an ordinary, run of the mill guy. But his love and passion for the theatre propels him to realize the most extraordinary desires. He is very attached to his grandfather, who owns a butcher's shop and who offers that Stan take over the family business. But Stan refuses. He decides to drop out of school and move out of his family's apartment, despite the opposition of his parents. His uncle is the only one to support him in the impossible dream of becoming an actor.

Who’s in it. Taking Wing stars Clément Sibony as Stan, Isabelle Carré as Julie, Bernard Fresson as Victor and Christine Citti as Stan's mother, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Taking Wing has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Taking Wing page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Taking Wing (2000)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Taking Wing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Taking Wing worth watching?
Taking Wing holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Taking Wing?
Taking Wing stars Clément Sibony, Isabelle Carré, Bernard Fresson, Christine Citti and Marc Samuel.
When was Taking Wing released?
Taking Wing was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.