The Horseman on the Roof
1995, French. Directed by Jean-Paul Rappeneau.
In a time of war and disease, a young officer gallantly tries to help a young woman find her husband.
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 164 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Jean-Paul RappeneauDirector
- Juliette BinochePauline de Théus
- Olivier MartinezColonel Angelo Pardi
- Pierre ArditiMonsieur Peyrolle
- François CluzetDoctor
- Jean YanneHawker
- Isabelle CarréGoverness
- Claudio AmendolaMaggionari
- Gérard DepardieuPolice commissioner of Manosque
- Christiane CohendyMadame Peyrolle
- Tony LemiereAdrien Peyrolle
- Carlo CecchiGiuseppe
- Laura MarinoniCarla
Details
- Released
- 20 September 1995
- Original title
- Le Hussard sur le toit
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Jean-Paul Rappeneau, Nina Companéez, Jean-Claude Carrière
- Budget
- $35M
- Box office
- $15M
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What The Horseman on the Roof is based on
The Horseman on the Roof is based on The Horseman on the Roof, a 1951 novel by Jean Giono.
Novel · 1951
The Horseman on the Roof
By Jean Giono
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The Horseman on the Roof: quick answers
Is The Horseman on the Roof worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 164 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Horseman on the Roof?
The Horseman on the Roof runs 135 minutes (2h 15m).
Does The Horseman on the Roof have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Horseman on the Roof. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Horseman on the Roof parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Horseman on the Roof yet.
Which OTT platform is The Horseman on the Roof on?
The Horseman on the Roof isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Horseman on the Roof?
If you liked The Horseman on the Roof, try The Widow of Saint-Pierre, The Duellists, Lost Illusions.
Who directed The Horseman on the Roof?
The Horseman on the Roof (1995) was directed by Jean-Paul Rappeneau and stars Juliette Binoche, Olivier Martinez, Pierre Arditi.
What is The Horseman on the Roof based on?
The Horseman on the Roof is based on The Horseman on the Roof, a 1951 novel by Jean Giono.