PlayTime (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1967, PlayTime is a comedy film directed by Jacques Tati, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. Clumsy Monsieur Hulot finds himself perplexed by the intimidating complexity of a gadget-filled Paris. He attempts to meet with a business contact but soon becomes lost. His roundabout journey parallels that of an American tourist, and as they weave through the inventive urban environment, they intermittently meet, developing an interest in one another. They eventually get together at a chaotic restaurant, along with several other quirky characters.
Who’s in it. PlayTime stars Jacques Tati as Monsieur Hulot, Barbara Dennek as Young Tourist, Rita Maiden as Mr. Schultz's Companion and France Rumilly as Woman Selling Eyeglasses, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, PlayTime has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch PlayTime page.
If you liked it. Fans of PlayTime tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch PlayTime (1967)?
- In US, PlayTime is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is PlayTime worth watching?
- PlayTime holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in PlayTime?
- PlayTime stars Jacques Tati, Barbara Dennek, Rita Maiden, France Rumilly and France Delahalle.
- When was PlayTime released?
- PlayTime was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.