The Man Who Planted Trees (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 8.1
Released in 1987, The Man Who Planted Trees is a fantasy, drama and animation film directed by Frédéric Back, running about 30 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of one shepherd's single-handed quest to re-forest a desolate valley in the foothills of the French Alps throughout the first half of the 20th century.
Who’s in it. The Man Who Planted Trees stars Philippe Noiret as Narrator (voice: French version) and Christopher Plummer as Narrator (voice: English version).
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, The Man Who Planted Trees sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man Who Planted Trees page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man Who Planted Trees tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man Who Planted Trees (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man Who Planted Trees change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man Who Planted Trees worth watching?
- The Man Who Planted Trees holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Man Who Planted Trees?
- The Man Who Planted Trees stars Philippe Noiret and Christopher Plummer.
- When was The Man Who Planted Trees released?
- The Man Who Planted Trees was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.