- P & JAugust 18, 2026I don’t usually like foreign film, but dialogue isn’t necessary in this classic. So many wonderful ways to interpret it, too. I won’t spoil it. When it’s over, go find a movie called “Little Fugitive.” They make a nice double feature.
- William MassarwehFebruary 23, 2026Amazing piece of cinematography
- Steve ZodiacMarch 16, 2026"The Red Balloon"🎈 Is a one of a kind timeless CLASSIC. The message it delivers about friendship, love, empathy and loyalty is a must see especially for children regardless of age🎈
- Christopher WeedApril 24, 2026The first movie I remember watching. Still gets me.
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The Red Balloon was released on August 24, 1956.
The Red Balloon was directed by Albert Lamorisse.
The Red Balloon has a runtime of 34m.
The Red Balloon was produced by Albert Lamorisse.
A boy makes friends with a seemingly sentient red balloon, and it begins to follow him. It follows him to the bus stop, to school, and to church. They play together in the streets of Paris and try to elude a gang of boys that wants to steal it.
The key characters in The Red Balloon are Pascal, the Little Boy (Pascal Lamorisse), The Irritated Schoolmaster (Georges Sellier), A Tenant (Vladimir Popov).
The Red Balloon is rated Not Rated.
The Red Balloon is a Family, Short, Comedy film.
The Red Balloon has an audience rating of 9.1 out of 10.
The Red Balloon has made $48,980 at the box office.