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The Butterfly

6.720021h 25mMovieFamilyDrama

An old man who has one interest in life, collecting butterflies, has his life changed by an eight year old girl.

DirectorPhilippe Muyl
WriterPhilippe Muyl
ProducersFrançoise Galfré·Patrick Godeau

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Cast · Directed by Philippe Muyl

MSMichel Serrault
Michel Serrault
Julien
CBClaire Bouanich
Claire Bouanich
Elsa
NDNade Dieu
Nade Dieu
Isabelle
FMFrançoise Michaud
Françoise Michaud
Cafe Waitress
PPPierre Poirot
Pierre Poirot
Police Commissioner
JNJacky Nercessian
Jacky Nercessian
Policeman
JBJacques Bouanich
Jacques Bouanich
Sébastien's Father
HH
Hélène Hily
Marguerite, the Concierge
CCCatherine Cyler
Catherine Cyler
Sébastien's Mother
JL
Jerry Lucas
Sébastien
AMAurélie Meriel
Aurélie Meriel
Isabelle's Friend
ISIdwig Stephane
Idwig Stephane
Entomologist

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More from Philippe Muyl · Director

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The Butterfly — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Butterfly?

The Butterfly is streaming on OVID and Kanopy in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Butterfly on Netflix?

No, The Butterfly is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on OVID and Kanopy.

Is The Butterfly on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Butterfly isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on OVID and Kanopy instead.

Where can I watch The Butterfly for free?

The Butterfly is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.