The Maid and the Cellist (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1965, The Maid and the Cellist is an animation film directed by Jean-François Laguionie, running about 9 minutes. “Animation, Short” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A cellist attempts to rescue a woman swept out to sea, only to find he must battle a series of overly possesive sea creatures.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Maid and the Cellist has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Maid and the Cellist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Maid and the Cellist tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Maid and the Cellist (1965)?
- In GB, The Maid and the Cellist is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Maid and the Cellist worth watching?
- The Maid and the Cellist holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Maid and the Cellist released?
- The Maid and the Cellist was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.