Le Havre (2011)
Kernel Score: 78% · 471 ratings
Genres: Drama, Comedy
Released: 2011-09-08
Runtime: 94 minutes
Where to watch Le Havre
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In the French harbor city of Le Havre, an elderly shoeshiner with an ailing wife crosses paths with a young African refugee pursued by the police for deportation.
Le Havre parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that Le Havre is a gentle French drama-comedy about an elderly shoeshiner helping a young refugee evade deportation.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- André Wilms as Marcel Marx
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- Jean-Pierre Darroussin as Monet
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Le Havre FAQ
Is Le Havre good?
Le Havre has a 78% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 471 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Le Havre?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Le Havre OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that Le Havre is a gentle French drama-comedy about an elderly shoeshiner helping a young refugee evade deportation.
What movies are like Le Havre?
If you liked Le Havre, try The Old Oak, The Good Lie, All Three of Us and Hachi: A Dog's Tale.