Tintin and I (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2004, Tintin and I is a documentary film directed by Anders Østergaard, running about 75 minutes. “Meet the man behind the masterpiece.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Why do the comic-strip Adventures of Tintin, about an intrepid boy reporter, continue to fascinate us decades after their publication? "Tintin and I" highlights the potent social and political underpinnings that give Tintin's world such depth, and delve into the mind of Hergé, Tintin's work-obsessed Belgian creator, to reveal the creation and development of Tintin over time. Rare and surprisingly candid 1970s interviews reveal the profound insecurities and anxieties that drove Hergé to produce stories that have not only entertained millions of children but also helped to satisfy a personal longing for self-expression.
Who’s in it. Tintin and I stars Numa Sadoul as Self - Interviewer, Harry Thompson as Self, Michael Farr as Self and Hergé as Self (archive footage), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Tintin and I 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 Tintin and I page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tintin and I tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tintin and I (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tintin and I change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tintin and I worth watching?
- Tintin and I holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tintin and I?
- Tintin and I stars Numa Sadoul, Harry Thompson, Michael Farr, Hergé and Raymond Leblanc.
- When was Tintin and I released?
- Tintin and I was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.