Trafic (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1971, Trafic is a comedy film directed by Jacques Tati, running about 96 minutes. “The laughs are bumper to bumper!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Mr. Hulot is the head designer of the Altra Automotive Co. His latest invention is a newfangled camper car loaded with outrageous extra features. Along with the company's manager and publicity model, Hulot sets out from Paris with the intention of debuting the car at the annual auto show in Amsterdam. The going isn't easy, however, and the group encounters an increasingly bizarre series of hurdles and setbacks en route.
Who’s in it. Trafic stars Jacques Tati as Monsieur Hulot, Tony Knepper as Mechaniker, Maria Kimberly as Maria and Marcel Fraval as Lastwagenfahrer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Trafic 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 Trafic page.
If you liked it. Fans of Trafic tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Trafic (1971)?
- In US, Trafic 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 Trafic worth watching?
- Trafic holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Trafic?
- Trafic stars Jacques Tati, Tony Knepper, Maria Kimberly, Marcel Fraval and Honoré Bostel.
- When was Trafic released?
- Trafic was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.