The Chicken movie poster

The Chicken

July 19, 1965 0h 15m 6.6/10 (18 votes)

Originally released in 1965. The Chicken is a comedy/family film. directed by Claude Berri. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jacques Marin, Viviane Bourbonneux, and Martin Serre

Synopsis

The Chicken [Le Poulet] is a 1965 French short comedy film directed by Claude Berri. The film follows a father, mother, and son who go to visit a chicken farm. The son catches and brings home a chicken. The father plans to eat it if the chicken doesn't lay eggs. The boy aims to save the chicken and comedy ensues. It won an Oscar in 1966 for Best Short Subject.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 19, 1965 60 years ago
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Runtime 0h 15m 15 minutes total
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User Rating 6.6/10 Good (18 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Chicken about?

The Chicken [Le Poulet] is a 1965 French short comedy film directed by Claude Berri. The film follows a father, mother, and son who go to visit a chicken farm. The son catches and brings home a chi...

Who directed The Chicken?

The Chicken was directed by Claude Berri.

How long is The Chicken?

The Chicken has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).

When was The Chicken released?

The Chicken was released on July 19, 1965 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Chicken?

The main cast of The Chicken includes Jacques Marin, Viviane Bourbonneux, Martin Serre.