The Stud (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1970, The Stud is a comedy film directed by Jean-Pierre Mocky, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Veterinary surgeon William Chaminade is having a peaceful holiday in the South of France when he is witness to an event that will change not only his life but the destiny of France! A young woman tries to kill herself by jumping from the upstairs window of the hotel where he is staying. Thanks to the services of a passing athlete, the woman is unharmed, and she reveals that her distress is down to her husband’s apparent lack of interest in her. Immediately, Chaminade has a brainwave. He will open a special centre for people like this unfortunate young woman, who will be able to satisfy their romantic needs, at the tax payers’ expense. All is well until this innovative ’pleasure centre’ draws the attention of an over-zealous tax inspector, Dupuis...
Who’s in it. The Stud stars Bourvil as William Chaminade, Francis Blanche as le percepteur Dupuis, Jacques Legras as M. Pointard and René-Jean Chauffard as le docteur Finus, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Stud has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Stud page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stud tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Stud (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Stud change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Stud worth watching?
- The Stud holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Stud?
- The Stud stars Bourvil, Francis Blanche, Jacques Legras, René-Jean Chauffard and Noëlle Leiris.
- When was The Stud released?
- The Stud was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.