What is Asterix the Gaul like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Asterix the Gaul as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as simple.

Is Asterix the Gaul violent?

Only mildly. Ember rates the violence in Asterix the Gaul as mild.

Which films are like Asterix the Gaul?

Films with a similar feel include Asterix and Cleopatra, Robin Hood, and The Adventures of Tintin.

How long is Asterix the Gaul?

Asterix the Gaul runs 68 minutes.

Where can I watch Asterix the Gaul?

In United States, Asterix the Gaul is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.

Asterix the Gaul

Name: Asterix the Gaul
Genre: Family, Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Released: 1967-12-20
Duration: 1 h 8 min
Rating: 6.473999977111816
Cast: Roger Carel, Jacques Morel, Pierre Tornade, Lucien Raimbourg, Pierre Trabaud

196768 min★ 6.5

A defiant Gaulish village uses magical strength, cleverness, and comic camaraderie to frustrate the Roman Empire.

Ember's analysis

Pacing: Brisk
Intensity: Mild
Complexity: Simple
Violence: Mild

witty
irreverent
joyful
family movie night
lazy afternoon

What sets it apart

May contain story progression spoilers

Astérix, Obelix, and their fellow villagers continue resisting Roman occupation despite being surrounded by Roman forces.
Panoramix’s potion gives the villagers superhuman strength, prompting a Roman centurion to kidnap him for its formula.
The Gallic War and Roman occupation provide the setting for cartoon comedy, eccentric names, and exaggerated village-versus-legion confrontations.
The 68-minute animated adaptation presents village life, Roman legions, and potion-fueled clashes through traditional cartoon staging.

Films like Asterix the Gaul, and why

Asterix and Cleopatra
shares animated fantasy adventure, comic resistance against imperial forces, and a spirited underdog ensemble
Robin Hood
shares family-oriented animated comedy, historical fantasy, and slapstick clashes between villagers and an occupying power
The Adventures of Tintin
shares irreverent animated adventure, eccentric heroes, magical elements, and broad physical comedy

Movie Details

Director: Ray Goossens
Release Date: 1967-12-20
Runtime: 68 min
Rating: 6.5 / 10 (826)

Cast

Roger Carel
Jacques Morel
Pierre Tornade
Lucien Raimbourg
Pierre Trabaud
Bernard Lavalette
Robert Vattier
Georges Carmier
Michel Puterflam
Maurice Chevit

Where to watch in United States

Rent: Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home

Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.

Common questions

What is Asterix the Gaul about?: A defiant Gaulish village uses magical strength, cleverness, and comic camaraderie to frustrate the Roman Empire.
What is Asterix the Gaul like to watch?: Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Asterix the Gaul as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as simple.
Is Asterix the Gaul violent?: Only mildly. Ember rates the violence in Asterix the Gaul as mild.
Which films are like Asterix the Gaul?: Films with a similar feel include Asterix and Cleopatra, Robin Hood, and The Adventures of Tintin.
How long is Asterix the Gaul?: Asterix the Gaul runs 68 minutes.
Where can I watch Asterix the Gaul?: In United States, Asterix the Gaul is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.

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