My Father's Glory (1990)
Kernel Score: 81% · 328 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Adventure, Drama
Released: 1990-08-29
Runtime: 105 minutes
Where to watch My Father's Glory
- Stream: Film Movement Plus
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US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Raised by his science teacher father, Joseph Pagnol, and seamstress mother Augustine, young Marcel grows up during the turn of the century in awe of his rationalist dad. When the family takes a summer vacation in the countryside, Marcel becomes friends with Lili, who teaches him about rural life.
My Father's Glory parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that My Father's Glory is a gentle, G-rated French family drama about a boy's admiration for his father during a countryside summer.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Philippe Caubère as Joseph Pagnol
- Nathalie Roussel as Augustine Pagnol
- Didier Pain as Uncle Jules
- Thérèse Liotard as Aunt Rose
- Julien Ciamaca as Marcel Pagnol, 11 years old
- Victorien Delamare as Paul Pagnol, 5 years old
- Joris Molinas as Lili des Bellons
- Benoit Martin as Marcel Pagnol, 5 years old
- Paul Crauchet as Edmond des Papillons, aka Mond des Parpaillouns
- Pierre Maguelon as François, father of Lili
My Father's Glory FAQ
Is My Father's Glory good?
My Father's Glory has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 328 audience ratings.
Where can I watch My Father's Glory?
In the US you can stream My Father's Glory on Film Movement Plus, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is My Father's Glory OK for kids?
My Father's Glory is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that My Father's Glory is a gentle, G-rated French family drama about a boy's admiration for his father during a countryside summer.
What movies are like My Father's Glory?
If you liked My Father's Glory, try Jean de Florette, My Mother's Castle, Manon of the Spring and October Sky.