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19851h 34m6.2(13)

The Children

Les Enfants

Comedy
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1985-05-29
1h 34m
FR
Released

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Ernesto, a seven-year-old boy who has the body of a thirty-year-old man, decides, upon attending his first day of school, that he no longer wishes to attend, because he does not wish to be taught matters that he does not know.

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Stream The Children online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular comedy movie originally produced in French and released in 1985, it's earned a solid 6.2/10 from 13 viewers worldwide.

About The Children

Ernesto, a seven-year-old boy who has the body of a thirty-year-old man, decides, upon attending his first day of school, that he no longer wishes to attend, because he does not wish to be taught matters that he does not know. Running 94 minutes.

The Children Cast and Characters

The cast features Axel Bogousslavsky (as Ernesto), Daniel Gélin (as Enrico), Tatiana Moukhine (as Natasha), Martine Chevallier (as Nicole), and André Dussollier (as Le directeur d'école). Their performances are a major reason The Children has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Children

The Children flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy French storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Children

Where can I watch The Children online for free?

You can watch The Children online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.

How long is The Children?

The Children runs for 94 minutes (about 1.6 hours).

Is The Children good? What's the rating?

The Children holds a 6.2/10 rating based on 13 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.

Who is in the cast of The Children?

The main cast includes Axel Bogousslavsky, Daniel Gélin, Tatiana Moukhine, and Martine Chevallier, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Children available in French?

Yes — The Children was originally produced in French and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was The Children released?

The Children was released in 1985.

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Where can I watch The Children for free?

You can watch The Children (1985) online for free on Bowood.TV. Just click "Watch Free" on this page to start streaming instantly — no account, subscription, or downloads required.

What is The Children about?

The Children is a Comedy film. Ernesto, a seven-year-old boy who has the body of a thirty-year-old man, decides, upon attending his first day of school, that he no longer wishes to attend, because he does not wish to be taught matters that he does not know.

When was The Children released?

The Children was released on May 29, 1985. It has a runtime of 1h 34m.

Who stars in The Children?

The Children stars Axel Bogousslavsky, Daniel Gélin, Tatiana Moukhine and Martine Chevallier. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Children available in HD?

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