Like a Turtle on Its Back (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1978, Like a Turtle on Its Back is a drama film directed by Luc Béraud, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Unable to put a single word on paper, a youngish man with one novel to his credit finds that his life is crumbling to ruins around him because of his severe case of writer's block. He tries every remedy known to man and makes up a few new ones in this comedy. All his efforts are futile: he loses his girlfriend and his apartment and has a succession of misadventures until finally, homeless and hospitalized, he rediscovers his inspiration.
Who’s in it. Like a Turtle on Its Back stars Jean-François Stévenin as Paul, Bernadette Lafont as Camille, Virginie Thévenet as Nathalie and Claude Miller as Pierre, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Like a Turtle on Its Back has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Like a Turtle on Its Back page.
If you liked it. Fans of Like a Turtle on Its Back tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Like a Turtle on Its Back (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Like a Turtle on Its Back change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Like a Turtle on Its Back worth watching?
- Like a Turtle on Its Back holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Like a Turtle on Its Back?
- Like a Turtle on Its Back stars Jean-François Stévenin, Bernadette Lafont, Virginie Thévenet, Claude Miller and Sandy Whitelaw.
- When was Like a Turtle on Its Back released?
- Like a Turtle on Its Back was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.