Jour de Fête (1949): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: Jour de Fête
Director: Jacques Tati
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1949
Duration: 86 min
Cast: Jacques Tati, Guy Decomble, Paul Frankeur, Santa Relli, Maine Vallée

What Jour de Fête Is About

Jour de Fête tells the story of an inept and easily-distracted French mailman who frequently interrupts his duties to converse with the local inhabitants, as well as inspect the traveling fair that has come to his small community. Influenced by too much wine and a newsreel account of rapid transportation methods used by the United States postal system, he goes to hilarious lengths to speed the delivery of mail while aboard his bicycle.

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What is Jour de Fête about?

Jour de Fête tells the story of an inept and easily-distracted French mailman who frequently interrupts his duties to converse with the local inhabitants, as well as inspect the traveling fair that has come to his small community. Influenced by too much wine and a newsreel account of rapid transportation methods used by the United States postal system, he goes to hilarious lengths to speed the delivery of mail while aboard his bicycle.

Where can I watch Jour de Fête?

Jour de Fête is available to watch on digital platforms such as Criterion Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Jour de Fête?

Jour de Fête runs for 86 minutes (1h 26m).

When did Jour de Fête come out?

Jour de Fête was released in 1949.

Who directed Jour de Fête?

Jour de Fête was directed by Jacques Tati.

Who stars in Jour de Fête?

Jour de Fête stars Jacques Tati, Guy Decomble, Paul Frankeur, Santa Relli.

What is Jour de Fête's rating?

Jour de Fête holds 7.2/10 on IMDb and 7.1/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 71 out of 100.