The Intouchables (2011) Review: A French Classic

Is The Intouchables worth watching?

Yes — The Intouchables remains one of the most celebrated films from France, with a 75/100 Celluloid Editorial Rating and enduring audience appeal. On Celluloid it holds a 75/100 Celluloid Editorial Rating, 93% Audience Snapshot, 57 Metascore, 4.4 on Letterboxd, and 8.5 on IMDb — numbers that explain why it still surfaces on every “best of France” list.

What is The Intouchables about?

An aristocrat quadriplegic hires a street-smart caregiver from the projects, forging an unlikely friendship that changes both men’s lives. Directed by Olivier Nakache, the film stars François Cluzet, Omar Sy, Anne Le Ny, and remains a reference point for Comedy and Drama filmmaking from France.

Should you watch The Intouchables?

Yes, without hesitation — The Intouchables rewards viewers who want more than algorithm-friendly new releases. At 112 minutes, it more than earns its running time — and the critics’ consensus still resonates today: France’s record-breaking feel-good hit pairs opposites with humor that transcends subtitles.

Where can I watch The Intouchables?

Streaming availability varies by region — check major platforms in your country or local cinemas for revival screenings. The Intouchables (2011) is widely indexed on IMDb (tt1675434) and remains one of the most searched classic titles from France on CelluloidScore.com.