The Intouchables (2011)
Kernel Score: 90% · 18,205 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Comedy
Released: 2011-11-02
Runtime: 113 minutes
Is The Intouchables worth watching?
Must-watch. Based on a true story, this French comedy-drama pairs a rich man in a wheelchair with his unlikely carer. It's funny and sentimental, and the two leads make a predictable setup feel warm.
Watch it if you
- want a feel-good film that isn't syrupy
- enjoy odd-couple friendships
- are fine with subtitles
Skip it if you
- dislike sentimental stories
- want a hard-edged drama
Best for: Date night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch The Intouchables
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free, Plex, Prime Video (free with ads)
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A true story of two men who should never have met – a quadriplegic aristocrat who was injured in a paragliding accident and a young man from the projects.
The Intouchables parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that The Intouchables is an R-rated drama with strong language and some drug references amid an uplifting friendship story.
- Language: Moderate — Contains strong profanity consistent with its R rating.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Includes some drug use references as part of the story.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like The Intouchables
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- The Truman Show (1998) — 94%: Warm, funny film with a clear human heart
- Life Is Beautiful (1997) — 93%: Heartfelt story that mixes laughter and sadness
- The Upside (2019) — 81%: The American remake of the same story
- Catch Me If You Can (2002) — 93%: Charming, fast, true-story caper
- Forrest Gump (1994) — 97%: Warm, big-hearted story of an ordinary man
- C'est la vie! (2017) — 78%: Warm French ensemble comedy
Director
Cast
- François Cluzet as Philippe
- Omar Sy as Driss
- Anne Le Ny as Yvonne
- Audrey Fleurot as Magalie
- Joséphine de Meaux as La DRH société de courses
- Clotilde Mollet as Marcelle
- Alba Gaïa Bellugi as Elisa
- Cyril Mendy as Adama
- Salimata Kamate as Fatou
- Absa Diatou Toure as Mina
The Intouchables FAQ
Is The Intouchables worth watching?
Must-watch. Based on a true story, this French comedy-drama pairs a rich man in a wheelchair with his unlikely carer. It's funny and sentimental, and the two leads make a predictable setup feel warm.
Where can I watch The Intouchables?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free, Plex and Prime Video (free with ads) and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Intouchables OK for kids?
The Intouchables is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that The Intouchables is an R-rated drama with strong language and some drug references amid an uplifting friendship story.
What movies are like The Intouchables?
If you liked The Intouchables, try The Truman Show, Life Is Beautiful, The Upside and Catch Me If You Can.