The Gypsy (1986): cast, story & where to watch

1986 · Film · ★ 4.6

The Gypsy poster

Released in 1986, The Gypsy is a comedy and romance film directed by Philippe de Broca, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. Hubert Durieux is a banker in a small French town who is struggling to keep up with the demands of all the women in his life. Just when things couldn’t get any worse, his precious white Citroën is stolen under his eyes by a beautiful gypsy girl, Mona.

Who’s in it. The Gypsy stars Claude Brasseur as Hubert Durieux, Valérie Kaprisky as Mona, Martin Lamotte as Le commissaire and Stéphane Audran as Brigitte.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, The Gypsy has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on France Channel Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gypsy page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Gypsy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Gypsy (1986)?
In US, The Gypsy is available to stream on France Channel Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Gypsy worth watching?
The Gypsy holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Gypsy?
The Gypsy stars Claude Brasseur, Valérie Kaprisky, Martin Lamotte and Stéphane Audran.
When was The Gypsy released?
The Gypsy was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.