Hibernatus (1969)
Overview
Hubert de Tartas' life becomes a complete muddle when his wife's grandfather is unearthed after having spent 65 years in frozen hibernation in the polar circle. After being de-frosted, the Hibernating Man believes it is still the beginning of the century. Nothing is spared to keep that illusion alive. At the end of his rope, Hubert blurts out the truth and takes the man from Edwardian times on a crazy spree through an ultramodern Twentieth Century.
Where to watch Hibernatus
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, YouTube, Amazon Video | Apple TV, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Germany | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, maxdome +1 | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, maxdome |
| France | — | Apple TV, Orange VOD, Canal VOD, Amazon Video +3 | Apple TV, Orange VOD, Canal VOD, Amazon Video +3 |
| Italy | Cine Comico | — | — |
| Sweden | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Poland | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Hibernatus in 11 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Hibernatus about?
Hubert de Tartas' life becomes a complete muddle when his wife's grandfather is unearthed after having spent 65 years in frozen hibernation in the polar circle. After being de-frosted, the Hibernating Man believes it is still the beginning of the century. Nothing is spared to keep that illusion alive. At the end of his rope, Hubert blurts out the truth and takes the man from Edwardian times on a crazy spree through an ultramodern Twentieth Century. Hibernatus is a Comedy, Science Fiction movie, released on 1969-09-10, runtime 82 minutes.
Is Hibernatus worth watching?
TMDB users rate Hibernatus 6.7 out of 10 from 535 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Hibernatus?
In the United States, Hibernatus is free to watch on Hoopla and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 8 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Édouard Molinaro
Cast
- Louis de Funès as Hubert de Tartas
- Claude Gensac as Edmée de Tartas
- Bernard Alane as Paul Fournier
- Olivier de Funès as Didier de Tartas
- Paul Préboist as Charles
- Martine Kelly as Sophie
- Claude Piéplu as Secrétaire général
- Michael Lonsdale as Edouard Loriebat
- Harry-Max as Le vieux copain de Paul
- Evelyne Dassas as L'assistante de Bibolini
- Monita Derrieux as Une infirmière
- Annick Alane as Madame Crépin-Jaujard - la mère d'Evelyne
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Sources
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