Tales from the Zoo (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film
Released in 1994, Tales from the Zoo is a notable film directed by Philippe de Broca, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. In Paris, near the end of World War II, crotchety professor Fernand Bonnard maintains a zoo and continues his research. He's a coward, as is his debonair son, Armand, who has one daughter, Philippine. On her eighth birthday, Armand picks her up from her repressive boarding school and takes her to Fernand's to celebrate. Father and son quarrel, and Armand leaves, only to be arrested and shot for violating curfew. In grief, the curmudgeonly Fernand does not tell Philippine, but invents a life for Armand as a captain of the Resistance. Fernand takes her from school to live with him and his sensible wife. Along the way, Philippine finds out the truth and Fernand discovers courage.
Who’s in it. Tales from the Zoo stars Claude Rich, Salomé Stévenin, Rose Thiéry and Samuel Labarthe.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tales from the Zoo page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tales from the Zoo (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tales from the Zoo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Tales from the Zoo?
- Tales from the Zoo stars Claude Rich, Salomé Stévenin, Rose Thiéry and Samuel Labarthe.
- When was Tales from the Zoo released?
- Tales from the Zoo was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.