The man who wanted to sleep (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film
Released in 2021, The man who wanted to sleep is a comedy film directed by Thibault Lang-Willar, running about 14 minutes.
What it’s about. Alfred, a resident of a retirement home, can no longer get to sleep, disturbed by the incessant bedhopping of the other residents. Exasperated, he decides to leave in the middle of the night to sleep outside. But between the anti-homeless furniture and the surveillance robots, sleeping has become a luxury and Alfred doesn't know it yet.
Who’s in it. The man who wanted to sleep stars André Penvern as Alfred and Julia Gomez as Louise.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The man who wanted to sleep page.
If you liked it. Fans of The man who wanted to sleep tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The man who wanted to sleep (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The man who wanted to sleep change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The man who wanted to sleep?
- The man who wanted to sleep stars André Penvern and Julia Gomez.
- When was The man who wanted to sleep released?
- The man who wanted to sleep was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.