Le Scaphandre et le Papillon
- Drama
- History
Jean-Dominique Bauby, editor-in-chief of French fashion bible Elle magazine, has a devastating stroke at age 43. The damage to his brain stem results in locked-in syndrome, with which he is almost completely paralyzed and only able to communicate by blinking an eye. Bauby painstakingly dictates his memoir via the only means of expression left to him.
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly is a 2007 drama based on the true story of Jean-Dominique Bauby, a French magazine editor who suffered a massive stroke and became locked in his own body. Unable to move or speak, Bauby communicates through eye blinks to dictate his remarkable memoir. This acclaimed film explores resilience, communication, and the power of the human spirit against devastating odds.
When does The Diving Bell and the Butterfly come out?
Where to watch
Streaming availability in United States
United StatesNot available on any tracked streaming service in United States right now.
Available in: Albania · Austria · Bosnia and Herzegovina · Belgium · Bulgaria · Canada · +25 more
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly is streaming in another region
Available to stream in Albania Bosnia and Herzegovina Bulgaria Czechia+11 more— but not in United States.
Albania
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bulgaria
Czechia
Connect to one of those regions and stream it from where you are.
Most streaming services restrict VPN use in their terms. Use at your own discretion. Contains an affiliate link.
In cinemas
Theatrical release in United States
Limited theatrical in United States · Rated PG-13
Theatrical dates from TMDB. Cinema chain links go to the official websites for showtimes and bookings — check there for the actual showtimes near you.
Rent or buy
Digital purchase & rental in United States
Where to watch The Diving Bell and the Butterfly by country
United Kingdom
Greece
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
Canada
Australia
BrazilTop cast
Follow an actor to track their next projects
Mathieu AmalricJean-Dominique Bauby
Emmanuelle SeignerCéline Desmoulins
Marie-Josée CrozeHenriette Durand
Anne ConsignyClaude
Patrick ChesnaisDr. Lepage
Niels ArestrupRoussin- Olatz López GarmendiaMarie Lopez
Jean-Pierre CasselFather Lucien
Marina HandsJoséphine
Max von SydowPapinou
Isaach de BankoléLaurent
Emma de CaunesEmpress Eugenia
Jean-Philippe ÉcoffeyDoctor Mercier
Gérard WatkinsDoctor Cocheton- Nicolas Le RicheNinjinski
Trailer
Official Trailer
Related & spin-offs
Other titles fans of The Diving Bell and the Butterfly tend to follow.
The Diving Bell and the Butterfly — frequently asked
When was The Diving Bell and the Butterfly released?
The film was released on May 23, 2007.
Is this movie based on a true story?
Yes, it is based on the true story and memoir of Jean-Dominique Bauby, former editor-in-chief of French fashion magazine Elle, who lived with locked-in syndrome.
What is locked-in syndrome?
Locked-in syndrome is a condition where a person is almost completely paralyzed but remains conscious and aware. In Bauby's case, he could only communicate by blinking one eye.
Where can I watch this movie?
The film is available on various streaming platforms and digital retailers; check your local availability for current viewing options.
Comments(0)
No comments yet. Be the first.