Émile Reynaud (1844-1918) (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 9

Released in 1981, Émile Reynaud (1844-1918) is a documentary and animation film directed by Joël Farges.
What it’s about. A pioneer of cinema and inventor of the first moving images, Émile Reynaud achieved dazzling success before the advent of the cinematograph, but was sadly forgotten thereafter. Yet his pantomimes still fill us with wonder today.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Émile Reynaud (1844-1918) sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Émile Reynaud (1844-1918) page.
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- Where can I watch Émile Reynaud (1844-1918) (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Émile Reynaud (1844-1918) change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Émile Reynaud (1844-1918) worth watching?
- Émile Reynaud (1844-1918) holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Émile Reynaud (1844-1918) released?
- Émile Reynaud (1844-1918) was released in 1981.