Zonzon (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1998, Zonzon is a comedy and drama film directed by Laurent Bouhnik, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. In a French prison, three men are coming to terms with the emotional and physical torment which their incarceration brings them. Arnaud is serving a six-month sentence for drug smuggling; he protests his innocence and will do anything to secure an early release. Francky is a hardened criminal who has all but lost his wife and family and who seeks comfort in self-inflicted abuse. Kader is in prison for theft; he is the most philosophical of the three men, he is growing accustomed to prison life and seems to prefer it to the world outside.
Who’s in it. Zonzon stars Pascal Greggory as Francky, Gaël Morel as Grandjean, Jamel Debbouze as Kader and Fabienne Babe as Christine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Zonzon has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Zonzon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Zonzon tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Zonzon (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Zonzon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Zonzon worth watching?
- Zonzon holds an audience score of 4.9 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 Zonzon?
- Zonzon stars Pascal Greggory, Gaël Morel, Jamel Debbouze, Fabienne Babe and Élodie Bouchez.
- When was Zonzon released?
- Zonzon was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.