Dandelions by the Roots (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1964, Dandelions by the Roots is a comedy film directed by Georges Lautner, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Jockey Jack has a bill open with a gangster just released from jail. He somehow manages to parry the gangster's knife attack backstage at a theatre and the latter ends up dead being put into a double bass case. A day later the gangster mysteriously has disappeared, but it turns out that he was carrying a bet ticket for a horse race now worth over a million. A turbulent run for the money begins.
Who’s in it. Dandelions by the Roots stars Louis de Funès as Jockey Jack, Michel Serrault as Jérôme, comédien de théâtrre et cousin de Jockey Jack, Mireille Darc as Rockie la Braise and Francis Blanche as Absalon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Dandelions by the Roots 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 Dandelions by the Roots page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dandelions by the Roots tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dandelions by the Roots (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dandelions by the Roots change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dandelions by the Roots worth watching?
- Dandelions by the Roots holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dandelions by the Roots?
- Dandelions by the Roots stars Louis de Funès, Michel Serrault, Mireille Darc, Francis Blanche and Maurice Biraud.