---
title: "I, Tintin"
year: 1976
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/i-tintin-1976"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 266228
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 83
community_rating: 5.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# I, Tintin (1976) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/i-tintin-1976

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

I, Tintin is a film first released in 1976. Catalogued under Documentary. Produced and broadcast by Belvision, Pierre Films, Rova Film. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A documentary tracing how Hergé forged Tintin amid the 20th‑century’s tumultuous history."

### Why Watch
- Insightful look at Tintin’s creation
- Features interviews and archival footage
- Links the comics to broader 20th‑century history

### Caveats & Content Note
- Appeals mainly to Tintin fans
- Older documentary style may feel dated
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for all ages; presents historical and artistic content without graphic material.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: documentary, historical, educational, nostalgic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/i-tintin-1976#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Henri Roanne, Gérard Valet
- **Networks / Studios**: Belvision, Pierre Films, Rova Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Hergé** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **Tchang Tchong-Jen** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **A. P. Duchateau** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **Alain Gerbault** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **Bob de Moor** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **Michel Serres** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **Raymond Leblanc** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **King Albert I of Belgium** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **Élisabeth de Bavière** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **Robert Baden-Powell** as *Self (archive footage)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the focus of "I, Tintin"?
It explores how Georges Remi (Hergé) created The Adventures of Tintin, using interviews, archive footage, and animation clips.

### Q: When was the documentary released?
It was released in 1976.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 23 minutes.

### Q: What types of material does the documentary include?
It combines interviews with creators, archival film footage, and animated excerpts from the Tintin series.

### Q: Is the documentary suitable for younger viewers?
Yes, it presents historical and artistic content without graphic or mature material, making it appropriate for general audiences.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [I, Tintin — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/266228)
- [Tintin v Americe – Wikipedie](https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tintin_v_Americe)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*