The Visitors (1993) movie poster

The Visitors (1993)

Les Visiteurs
"They weren't born yesterday!"
ThumbScore
👍 85%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 31% (RT: 31%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FantasyComedy

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Director
Jean-Marie Poiré
Runtime
1h 47m
Country
France
Language
French
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (2,036 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
31%
Cast
Jean Reno as Comte Godefroy de Montmirail
Christian Clavier as Jacquouille la Fripouille / Jacques-Henri Jacquard
Valérie Lemercier as Frénégonde de Pouille / Béatrice de Montmirail
Marie-Anne Chazel as Ginette Sarcley
Christian Bujeau as Jean-Pierre Goulard
Isabelle Nanty as Fabienne Morlot
Gérard Séty as Edgar Bernay
Didier Pain as Louis VI le Gros
Yes. 85% of real audiences liked it based on 2,036 votes. Critics scored it lower at 31%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
After a wizard's spell goes awry, 12th-century Gallic knight Godefroy de Papincourt, Count of Montmirail finds himself transported to 1993, along with his dimwitted servant, Jacquouille la Fripouille. Startled and perplexed by modern technology, the duo run amok, destroying cars and causing chaos until they meet Beatrice de Montmirail, an aristocratic descendant of the nobleman, who may be able to help them get back to 1123. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated fantasy films of 1993 among dedicated fans.
  • Jean Reno spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

The Visitors is a 1993 fantasy, comedy film directed by Jean-Marie Poiré. After a wizard's spell goes awry, 12th-century Gallic knight Godefroy de Papincourt, Count of Montmirail finds himself transported to 1993, along with his dimwitted servant, Jacquouille la Fripouille. Startled and perplexed by modern technology, the duo run amok, destroying cars and causing chaos until they meet Beatrice de Montmirail, an aristocratic descendant of the nobleman, who may be able to help them get back to 1123.

The film has been rated by 2,036 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a fantasy film, The Visitors 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 Visitors (1993) 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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