The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq
2014, French. Directed by Guillaume Nicloux.
Only unmasked kidnappers spell trouble
In September 2011 writer Michel Houellebecq briefly disappeared off the face of the earth. Wild rumours began circulating on the Internet that he’d been abducted by Al-Qaeda or aliens from outer space. Some Twitter users even expressed relief that the controversial author was suddenly no longer around. This film now reveals what really happened: Three tough guys variously with impressive hairstyles and bodybuilder physiques carried off the star intellectual, taking him out of the daily stress of dodging autograph hunters and having his flat renovated and bringing him to a beautiful rural underdog idyll, full of dog grooming, bodybuilding demonstrations, junk cars and Polish sausages. But who was to pay the ransom?
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
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- Released
- 27 August 2014
- Original title
- L'Enlèvement de Michel Houellebecq
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Guillaume Nicloux
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The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq: quick answers
What comes after The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq?
Next in the series: Thalasso (2019) and Being Blanche Houellebecq (2024).
Is The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 52 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq?
The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
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Which OTT platform is The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq on?
The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq?
If you liked The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq, try Bye Bye Morons, Bad Seeds, Alice and the Mayor.
Who directed The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq?
The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq (2014) was directed by Guillaume Nicloux and stars Michel Houellebecq, Mathieu Nicourt, Maxime Lefrançois.