Flight of the Red Balloon
2008, French. Directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien.
The first part in a new series of films produced by Musée d'Orsay, 'Flight of the Red Balloon' tells the story of a French family as seen through the eyes of a Chinese student. The film was shot in August and September 2006 on location in Paris. This is Hou Hsiao-Hsien's first Western film. It is based on the classic French short The Red Balloon directed by Albert Lamorisse.
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 63 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Flight of the Red Balloon
Flight of the Red Balloon is streaming on AMC Plus and Sundance Now in India.
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Details
- Released
- 30 January 2008
- Original title
- Le Voyage du ballon rouge
- Country
- France, Taiwan
- Written by
- Hou Hsiao-hsien, François Margolin
- Budget
- $3M
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Flight of the Red Balloon: quick answers
Is Flight of the Red Balloon worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 63 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Flight of the Red Balloon?
Flight of the Red Balloon runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
Does Flight of the Red Balloon have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Flight of the Red Balloon. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Flight of the Red Balloon parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Flight of the Red Balloon yet.
Which OTT platform is Flight of the Red Balloon on?
Flight of the Red Balloon is streaming on AMC Plus and Sundance Now in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Flight of the Red Balloon?
If you liked Flight of the Red Balloon, try The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Marona's Fantastic Tale, I Believe.
Who directed Flight of the Red Balloon?
Flight of the Red Balloon (2008) was directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien and stars Juliette Binoche, Simon Iteanu, Song Fang.