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title: "Three Men and a Cradle"
year: 1985
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/three-men-and-a-cradle-1985"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 4180
imdb_id: "tt0090206"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 106
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 302
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Three Men and a Cradle (1985) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/three-men-and-a-cradle-1985

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Three Men and a Cradle" (1985).
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Title: Three Men and a Cradle
Year: 1985
Genre: Comedy
Rating: PG-13
Release Date (US): 04/25/1986
Runtime: 1h 46m
Characters: Jacques, Pierre, Michel.
Setting: Paris (apartment).
Plot: Jacques, Pierre, and Michel share an apartment in Paris. They have many girlfriends and parties. A friend of Jacques asks him to discreetly leave a compromising package at their place. Jacques agrees. Jacques is a steward and flies to Japan for a one-month trip. He tells Pierre and Michel about the package. A former girlfriend of Jacques drops a baby at their door. Pierre and Michel believe the baby is the package. Their lives change.
Source 2 (Marie/Sylvia): This appears to be for a different film or

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave Amazon Channel | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Coline Serreau
- **Networks / Studios**: Soprofilms, TF1 Films Production, Flach Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Roland Giraud** as *Pierre*
- **Michel Boujenah** as *Michel*
- **André Dussollier** as *Jacques*
- **Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu** as *Sylvia*
- **Dominique Lavanant** as *Ms. Rapons*
- **Marthe Villalonga** as *Antoinette*
- **Annick Alane** as *Pharmacist*
- **Josine Comellas** as *Ms. Rodriguez, concierge*
- **Jennifer Moret** as *Marie Nr. 2*
- **François Domange** as *Paul*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Three Men and a Cradle online?
Three Men and a Cradle is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Three Men and a Cradle worth watching?
Three Men and a Cradle holds a community rating of 6.4/10 based on 302 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Three Men and a Cradle and when was it released?
Three Men and a Cradle is a feature film with a runtime of 106 minutes. It was released in 1985. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Three Men and a Cradle?
Three Men and a Cradle was directed by Coline Serreau.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Three Men and a Cradle — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/4180)
- [Where to Watch Three Men and a Cradle - 18 Years Later (2003) Online](https://watch.plex.tv/)

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