Golden Boy (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1996, Golden Boy is a comedy film directed by Jean-Pierre Vergne, running about 91 minutes. “Don't judge a checkbook by it's cover.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Antoine a Union representative works in a financially troubled factory. He's not the sharpest tool in the box but he has a big heart and when he and his wife win the jackpot of the national lottery. Antoine will invest his gain to try and safe the factory.
Who’s in it. Golden Boy stars Jacques Villeret as Antoine Bonvoisin, Anne Roumanoff as Sandrine Bonvoisin, Martin Lamotte as Jérôme Tiercelin and Virginie Lemoine as Hélène Tiercelin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Golden Boy has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Golden Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Golden Boy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Golden Boy (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Golden Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Golden Boy worth watching?
- Golden Boy holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Golden Boy?
- Golden Boy stars Jacques Villeret, Anne Roumanoff, Martin Lamotte, Virginie Lemoine and Isabelle Petit-Jacques.
- When was Golden Boy released?
- Golden Boy was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.