Au Revoir les Enfants
Au revoir les enfants
Au revoir les enfants tells a heartbreaking story of friendship and devastating loss concerning two boys living in Nazi-occupied France. At a provincial Catholic boarding school, the precocious youths enjoy true camaraderie—until a secret is revealed. Based on events from writer-director Malle’s own childhood, the film is a subtle, precisely observed tale of courage, cowardice, and tragic awakening.
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max and Criterion Channel.


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Where can I watch Au Revoir les Enfants in the United States?
Au Revoir les Enfants is available to stream on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Au Revoir les Enfants on HBO Max?
Yes. Au Revoir les Enfants is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Criterion Channel.
Can I watch Au Revoir les Enfants for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Au Revoir les Enfants needs a subscription to HBO Max and Criterion Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Au Revoir les Enfants?
Au Revoir les Enfants scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Au Revoir les Enfants?
Au Revoir les Enfants stars Gaspard Manesse, Raphael Fejtö, Francine Racette, Stanislas Carré de Malberg, and Philippe Morier-Genoud. Louis Malle is the director.
How long is Au Revoir les Enfants?
Au Revoir les Enfants runs 1h 45m (105 minutes).
When did Au Revoir les Enfants come out?
Au Revoir les Enfants was released on October 7, 1987.
Which studio made Au Revoir les Enfants?
Au Revoir les Enfants was produced by Nouvelles Éditions de Films, Stella Film, and N.E.F. Filmproduktion in Germany, France, and Italy.
What was the budget for Au Revoir les Enfants?
Au Revoir les Enfants was made on a budget of $3,000,000.
How much did Au Revoir les Enfants make at the box office?
Au Revoir les Enfants grossed $4,542,825 worldwide, against a budget of $3,000,000.
What languages is Au Revoir les Enfants in?
Au Revoir les Enfants is in English, French, German, Greek, and Latin, and its original language is French.
What language is Au Revoir les Enfants in?
Au Revoir les Enfants is in French, and its original title is Au revoir les enfants.
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