The Big Trip (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 2011, The Big Trip is a comedy and drama film directed by Jérôme Le Maire, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. An ad-hoc orchestra treks through the woods, strolling and drinking, to the 'Carnaval du Monde' in Stavelot. The drunken procession appeals to them so much that they forget house and home. Like medieval wandering scholars, they travel from fair to village fête. Then their leader says he’ll stop taking drink and drugs. What next?

Who’s in it. The Big Trip stars Jean-Marc Chenut, Emmanuel Lawarée, Arnaud Libert and Vincent Marganne.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Big Trip has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Trip page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Big Trip tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Big Trip (2011)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Trip change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Big Trip worth watching?
The Big Trip holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Big Trip?
The Big Trip stars Jean-Marc Chenut, Emmanuel Lawarée, Arnaud Libert and Vincent Marganne.
When was The Big Trip released?
The Big Trip was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.