Bambou (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 4.6

Released in 2009, Bambou is a comedy film directed by Didier Bourdon, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Alain hopes to have a baby with his wife Anna. However, Anna believes she is destined to become a famous pianist rather than a housewife and mother. Everything changes when they adopt a female puppy named Bambou. After successfully passing an audition, Anna leaves on a concert tour with a world famous conductor. Being apart takes its toll on the couple and they decide to break up. Alain finds himself alone, without a wife or a baby--just a dog, that he is not sure he wants to keep.
Who’s in it. Bambou stars Eddy Mitchell as Dr Pages, Didier Bourdon as Alain Lenoir, Anne Consigny as Anna Chevalier and Pierre Arditi as Reynald Van Nuyten, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Bambou has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bambou page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bambou tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bambou (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bambou change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bambou worth watching?
- Bambou holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bambou?
- Bambou stars Eddy Mitchell, Didier Bourdon, Anne Consigny, Pierre Arditi and Adeline Zarudiansky.
- When was Bambou released?
- Bambou was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.
