Double Gentlemen (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1986, Double Gentlemen is a comedy and drama film directed by Jean-François Stévenin, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. In a routine look at what it means to finally leave adolescence behind — even in one’s mature years — this series of mood swings and sequences focuses on two grown men. Francois (Jean Francois Stevenin, the director) and Leo (Yves Alonso) are old friends, and at one point they decide to go out and search for one of their childhood buddies, the brunt of several of their practical jokes. In true form, the men opt for playing yet another practical joke on their friend, but their plans backfire when his wife Helene (Carole Bouquet) comes into the picture instead. Her presence forces them to reconsider their shenanigans in a new light.
Who’s in it. Double Gentlemen stars Jean-François Stévenin as François, Yves Afonso as Léo, Carole Bouquet as Hélène and Jean-Pierre Kohut-Svelko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Double Gentlemen 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 Double Gentlemen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Double Gentlemen tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Double Gentlemen (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Double Gentlemen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Double Gentlemen worth watching?
- Double Gentlemen holds an audience score of 6.1 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 Double Gentlemen?
- Double Gentlemen stars Jean-François Stévenin, Yves Afonso, Carole Bouquet, Jean-Pierre Kohut-Svelko and Serge Valézy.
- When was Double Gentlemen released?
- Double Gentlemen was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.