Three young men - Jacques, Pierre, and Michel - share an apartment in Paris, and have many girlfriends and parties. Once, during a party, a friend of Jacques' tells him he has a quite compromising package to deliver, and asks him if he can leave it discreetly at their place. Jacques agrees and, as he works as a steward, flies away for a one-month trip in Japan, telling Pierre and Michel about the package. Then, one of Jacques' former girlfriends drops a baby before their door, making Pierre and Michel believing it is the package they are waiting for. Their lives are then completely changed.
Three lifelong friends, Jacques, Michel, and Pierre, live a carefree bachelor life in Paris. Their lives are turned upside down when an old flame of Jacques' leaves a baby on his doorstep, along with a note implying he is the father. Suddenly thrust into fatherhood, the three men struggle hilariously to care for the infant, learning the ropes of nappy changing, feeding, and lullabies, all while trying to maintain their bachelor lifestyle.
Critically acclaimed and a massive box office success in France, 'Three Men and a Cradle' was praised for its charming premise, witty dialogue, and the endearing performances of its lead actors. It became one of the most successful French films of the 1980s, resonating with audiences for its relatable depiction of unexpected parenthood and the humor found in everyday chaos.
Google audience: While specific Google user ratings are not readily available for this older French film, audience reception was overwhelmingly positive, with many viewers appreciating its gentle humor, relatable situations, and overall feel-good nature.
César Award for Best First Work, César Award for Best Actor (Roland Giraud), César Award for Best Screenplay.
The film was such a success that it spawned a sequel, 'Three Men and a Baby' (1994), and was also remade in the United States as the blockbuster hit 'Three Men and a Baby' (1987).
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