Max & Bobo (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film
Released in 1998, Max & Bobo is a comedy and drama film directed by Frédéric Fonteyne, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Max is a Sicilian living in Brussels who makes a living as a hairdresser. His flourishing business goes bankrupt when he gets hairdresser's eczema overnight. He loses his customers and his wife. What is more, he is in trouble with the law. At the police station, he encounters heavyweight Bobo who asks him for all his money. When Max refuses, Bobo gets the impression that he must be tough. In reality, he just wants to be left alone. In his good old days, Max never cared for anyone, so now there is no one he can turn to. Bobo, who spent all his life in foster homes and youth centers, seems to be the only one to care for him. Together they devise a plan to find some quick money. Bobo's idea is to rob a jewelry store.
Who’s in it. Max & Bobo stars Alfredo Pea as Max, Jan Hammenecker as Bobo, Jean-Marie Petiniot as L'inspecteur and Ludo Busschots as Bertrand, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Max & Bobo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Max & Bobo tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Max & Bobo (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Max & Bobo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Max & Bobo?
- Max & Bobo stars Alfredo Pea, Jan Hammenecker, Jean-Marie Petiniot, Ludo Busschots and Nathalie Laroche.
- When was Max & Bobo released?
- Max & Bobo was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.