The Fat and the Lean
1961, French. Directed by Roman Polanski.
A small and thin barefoot slave (played by Polanski) plays a flute and beats a drum to entertain his large master who rocks in a rocking chair in front of his mansion. The slave jumps and leaps like a madman, wipes his master's brow, feeds him, washes his feet, shades him from the sun with an umbrella and holds a urinal for him.
- Runtime
- 0h 15m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 42 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Fat and the Lean is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Details
- Released
- 1 December 1961
- Original title
- Le gros et le maigre
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Roman Polanski
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The Fat and the Lean: quick answers
Is The Fat and the Lean worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 42 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Fat and the Lean?
The Fat and the Lean runs 15 minutes (0h 15m).
Does The Fat and the Lean have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Fat and the Lean. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Fat and the Lean parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Fat and the Lean yet.
Which OTT platform is The Fat and the Lean on?
The Fat and the Lean is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Fat and the Lean?
If you liked The Fat and the Lean, try It Boy, Alter Ego, Evening Classes.
Who directed The Fat and the Lean?
The Fat and the Lean (1961) was directed by Roman Polanski and stars André Katelbach, Roman Polanski.