Taxi Boy (1986): cast, story & where to watch

1986 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1986, Taxi Boy is a comedy and drama film directed by Alain Page, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. The meeting of Manuel, a lady's dancer, Petrus, an unfortunate gambler, and Corinne, a fast-food waitress. The drifting of three drop-outs, three solitary dreamers, adventurous waverers.

Who’s in it. Taxi Boy stars Richard Berry as Gerard Lepetit / Manuel del Castillo, Claude Brasseur as Pétrus Machin, Charlotte Valandrey as Corinne and Evelyne Didi as Marthe, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Taxi Boy 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 Taxi Boy page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Taxi Boy (1986)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Taxi Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Taxi Boy worth watching?
Taxi Boy holds an audience score of 5.5 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 Taxi Boy?
Taxi Boy stars Richard Berry, Claude Brasseur, Charlotte Valandrey, Evelyne Didi and Isaach de Bankolé.
When was Taxi Boy released?
Taxi Boy was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.