The Merry Man (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1987, The Merry Man is an animation film directed by Anri Kulev, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. Everything is sunny, everything is colorful, but the most colorful is the flag of Veselyaka, with which he happily goes against the current, storms, and crowds. However, fate prepares trials for him, and each of them tears a piece of cloth from the waving flag, until in the end only the handle of the flag remains. Carrying this stick, the Jolly One joins the crowd. There are thousands like him, ferocious people with sticks.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Merry Man has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Merry Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Merry Man tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Merry Man (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Merry Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Merry Man worth watching?
- The Merry Man holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Merry Man released?
- The Merry Man was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.