The Cabbage Soup (1981) movie poster

The Cabbage Soup (1981)

La Soupe aux choux
ThumbScore
👍 87%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 64% (RT: 64%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyScience Fiction

Where to Watch

No streaming options currently available in the US.
Director
Runtime
1h 38m
Country
France
Language
French
TMDB Rating
6.4/10 (931 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
64%
Cast
Louis de Funès as Claude Ratinier (Le Glaude)
Jean Carmet as Francis Chérasse (Le Bombé)
Jacques Villeret as L'Oxien (La Denrée)
Christine Dejoux as Francine
Claude Gensac as Amelie Poulangeard
Henri Génès as Le brigadier-chef
Marco Perrin as Le maire
Max Montavon as Le frère d'Amélie Poulangeard
Yes. 87% of real audiences liked it based on 931 votes. Critics scored it lower at 64%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Two buddy farmers are visited by aliens who like their domestic cabbage soup. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Louis de Funès spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • During production of The Cabbage Soup, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Cabbage Soup is a 1981 comedy, science fiction film directed by Jean Girault. Two buddy farmers are visited by aliens who like their domestic cabbage soup. The film has been rated by 931 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, The Cabbage Soup delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Cabbage Soup (1981) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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