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The Red Balloon (1956)

Movie ★ 7.7 34 min

Comedy Drama Family Fantasy

A young boy discovers a stray balloon, which seems to have a mind of its own, on the streets of Paris. The two become inseparable, yet the world’s harsh realities finally interfere.

Albert Lamorisse Director Albert Lamorisse Writer

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Quick facts

Released
August 24, 1956
Runtime
34 min
Rating
NR
Box office
$48,980
IMDb
tt0048980
Country
Language
Studio
Films Montsouris

Themes

Cast

Pascal Lamorisse Pascal Lamorisse Pascal, the Little Boy Georges Sellier Georges Sellier The Irritated Schoolmaster Vladimir Popov Vladimir Popov A Tenant Paul Perey Pascal's Father Renée Marion Pascal's Mother Sabine Lamorisse Little Girl with Blue Balloon Michel Pezin Renaud Renaud A Twin in Red David Séchan David Séchan A Twin in Red

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Red Balloon about?
A young boy discovers a stray balloon, which seems to have a mind of its own, on the streets of Paris. The two become inseparable, yet the world’s harsh realities finally interfere.
Who directed The Red Balloon?
The Red Balloon was directed by Albert Lamorisse.
Who stars in The Red Balloon?
The Red Balloon stars Pascal Lamorisse, Georges Sellier, Vladimir Popov, Paul Perey.
When was The Red Balloon released?
The Red Balloon is a 1956 comedy, drama, family, fantasy film.
Where can I watch The Red Balloon?
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