The Gendarme and the Creatures from Outer Space
Watch TrailerThe bungling inspector Cruchot finds himself trying to save the residents of St. Tropez from some oil-drinking humanoid aliens. The only way to tell the aliens from the real people, besides their constant thirst for oil-products, is that they sound like empty garbage cans when you touch them. Chaos is ahead.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Le Gendarme et les Extra-terrestres |
| Year | 1979 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Comedy, Science Fiction |
| Director | Jean Girault |
| Runtime | 96 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.1/10 (670 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.
If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.
For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.
Director: Jean Girault
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.
🎭 Cast
Louis de Funès
Ludovic Cruchot
Michel Galabru
Jérôme Gerber
Maurice Risch
Henri Beaupied
Jean-Pierre Rambal
Charles Taupin
Guy Grosso
Gaston Tricard
Michel Modo
Jules Berlicot
France Rumilly
Soeur Clotilde
Jean-Roger Caussimon
L'évêque
Mario David
Le voleur du bidon d'huile
Jacques François
Le colonel de gendarmerie
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