The Red Balloon
Le Ballon rouge
“Something to uplift your spirit.”
Synopsis
A young boy discovers a stray balloon, which seems to have a mind of its own, on the streets of Paris. The two become inseparable, yet the world’s harsh realities finally interfere.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Red Balloon (1956) Re-Release Trailer #1 - Le Ballon Rouge Movie HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-07-11
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
March 11, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 28, 2008
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$49K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Albert Lamorisse
- Screenplay & Story
- Albert Lamorisse
- Original Score
- Maurice Le Roux
- Original Title
- Le Ballon rouge
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 34m
- Worldwide Gross
- $49K
- Production Studios
- Films Montsouris
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Albert Lamorisse
Albert Lamorisse
Maurice Le Roux
Edmond Séchan
Pierre Gillette
Albert Lamorisse
Department Leadership Roster
Albert Lamorisse
Director
Albert Lamorisse
Writer
Albert Lamorisse
Producer
Pierre Gillette
Editor
Edmond Séchan
Director of Photography
Maurice Le Roux
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Red Balloon
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Red Balloon about?
A young boy discovers a stray balloon, which seems to have a mind of its own, on the streets of Paris. The two become inseparable, yet the world’s harsh realities finally interfere.
Who directed The Red Balloon?
The Red Balloon was directed by Albert Lamorisse.
Who stars in The Red Balloon?
The principal cast of The Red Balloon includes Pascal Lamorisse, Georges Sellier, Vladimir Popov, Paul Perey, Renée Marion.
When was The Red Balloon released and how long is it?
The Red Balloon was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 34m.
How much did The Red Balloon make at the box office?
The Red Balloon grossed $49K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Red Balloon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Red Balloon was composed by Maurice Le Roux.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Red Balloon?
The Red Balloon holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).