Bouvard et Pécuchet (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1989, Bouvard et Pécuchet is a comedy and drama film directed by Jean-Daniel Verhaeghe, running about 170 minutes.
What it’s about. Two retirees obsessed with their desire to know everything put their knowledge into practice in a constantly awkward way.
Who’s in it. Bouvard et Pécuchet stars Jean Carmet as Juste Pecuchet, Jean-Pierre Marielle as François Bouvard, Pierre Étaix as Maître Tardivel and Catherine Ferran as Mme Bordin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Bouvard et Pécuchet has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bouvard et Pécuchet page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bouvard et Pécuchet tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bouvard et Pécuchet (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bouvard et Pécuchet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bouvard et Pécuchet worth watching?
- Bouvard et Pécuchet holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bouvard et Pécuchet?
- Bouvard et Pécuchet stars Jean Carmet, Jean-Pierre Marielle, Pierre Étaix, Catherine Ferran and Laure Duthilleul.
- When was Bouvard et Pécuchet released?
- Bouvard et Pécuchet was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 170 minutes.