Oscar (1967)
Kernel Score: 83% · 523 ratings
Genres: Comedy
Released: 1967-10-11
Runtime: 85 minutes
Where to watch Oscar
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
This film originated as a play in Paris. The story focuses on the one-day adventures of Bertrand Barnier played with a genius of French cinema, Louis de Funes. In the same morning he learns that his daughter is pregnant, an employee stole a large amount of money from his company, his maid is about to resign in order to marry a wealthy neighbor and his body builder is interested in marrying his daughter. The seemingly complicated story-line is full of comedy or errors and some of the most hilarious mime scenes of the French cinema.
Oscar parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Oscar is a French farce comedy involving a daughter's pregnancy, blackmail, and a series of comedic misunderstandings.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Édouard Molinaro
Cast
- Louis de Funès as Bertrand Barnier
- Claude Rich as Christian Martin, prétendant de la fille Barnier
- Agathe Natanson as Colette Barnier, fille de Bertrand et Germaine
- Claude Gensac as Mme Germaine Barnier, épouse de Bertrand
- Sylvia Saurel as Jacqueline Bouillotte, fille naturelle de Bertrand et Germaine
- Dominique Page as Bernadette, domestique des Barnier et future Mme la baronne
- Paul Préboist as Charles, domestique des Barnier
- Mario David as Philippe Dubois, le masseur de M. Barnier
- Germaine Delbat as Charlotte, ex-goouvernante des Barnier et mère de Jacqueline
- Roger Van Hool as Oscar
Oscar FAQ
Is Oscar good?
Oscar has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 523 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Oscar?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube and Fandango At Home.
Is Oscar OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Oscar is a French farce comedy involving a daughter's pregnancy, blackmail, and a series of comedic misunderstandings.
What movies are like Oscar?
If you liked Oscar, try The Ladykillers, And Now for Something Completely Different, The Party and Go for It.