Monsieur Hulot's Holiday (1953): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: Monsieur Hulot's Holiday
Director: Jacques Tati
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1953
Duration: 87 min
Cast: Jacques Tati, Nathalie Pascaud, Louis Pérault, Micheline Rolla, Valentine Camax

What Monsieur Hulot's Holiday Is About

Monsieur Hulot, Jacques Tati’s endearing clown, takes a holiday at a seaside resort, where his presence provokes one catastrophe after another. Tati’s masterpiece of gentle slapstick is a series of effortlessly well-choreographed sight gags involving dogs, boats, and firecrackers; it was the first entry in the Hulot series and the film that launched its maker to international stardom.

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What is Monsieur Hulot's Holiday about?

Monsieur Hulot, Jacques Tati’s endearing clown, takes a holiday at a seaside resort, where his presence provokes one catastrophe after another. Tati’s masterpiece of gentle slapstick is a series of effortlessly well-choreographed sight gags involving dogs, boats, and firecrackers; it was the first entry in the Hulot series and the film that launched its maker to international stardom.

Where can I watch Monsieur Hulot's Holiday?

Monsieur Hulot's Holiday is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, Amazon Video. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Monsieur Hulot's Holiday?

Monsieur Hulot's Holiday runs for 87 minutes (1h 27m).

When did Monsieur Hulot's Holiday come out?

Monsieur Hulot's Holiday was released in 1953.

Who directed Monsieur Hulot's Holiday?

Monsieur Hulot's Holiday was directed by Jacques Tati.

Who stars in Monsieur Hulot's Holiday?

Monsieur Hulot's Holiday stars Jacques Tati, Nathalie Pascaud, Louis Pérault, Micheline Rolla.

What is Monsieur Hulot's Holiday's rating?

Monsieur Hulot's Holiday holds 7.3/10 on IMDb and 6.9/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 72 out of 100.