Butterfly on the Shoulder (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1978, Butterfly on the Shoulder is a thriller and drama film directed by Jacques Deray, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. On a stopover in Barcelona, Fériaud Roland discovers a corpse in the hotel room next door. He wakes up in a strange clinic without remembering who brought him there. The doctor insists he hallucinated, but it's not long before he obtains evidence that it wasn't a dream.
Who’s in it. Butterfly on the Shoulder stars Lino Ventura as Roland Fériaud, Claudine Auger as La femme à l’imperméable, Paul Crauchet as Raphaël and Jean Bouise as Le docteur, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Butterfly on the Shoulder 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 Butterfly on the Shoulder page.
If you liked it. Fans of Butterfly on the Shoulder tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Butterfly on the Shoulder (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Butterfly on the Shoulder change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Butterfly on the Shoulder worth watching?
- Butterfly on the Shoulder holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Butterfly on the Shoulder?
- Butterfly on the Shoulder stars Lino Ventura, Claudine Auger, Paul Crauchet, Jean Bouise and Nicole Garcia.
- When was Butterfly on the Shoulder released?
- Butterfly on the Shoulder was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.