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Welcome Aboard 2011

★ 5.5540 votes95 min📅 2011-10-05

When Isabelle, a high-powered HR executive at a cruise company, gets dumped by her boss on the eve of the fleet's most anticipated maiden voyage, she doesn't reach for poison or a lawsuit—she deploys Remy, a lovable disaster of a man with zero sailing experience.

Director: Eric Lavaine

Cast

Franck Dubosc
Franck Dubosc
Rémy Pasquier
Valérie Lemercier
Valérie Lemercier
Isabelle
Gérard Darmon
Gérard Darmon
Richard Morena
Luisa Ranieri
Luisa Ranieri
Margarita Cavallieri
Lionnel Astier
Lionnel Astier
Jérôme Berthelot
Elisa Servier
Elisa Servier
Caroline Berthelot
Philippe Lellouche
Philippe Lellouche
William
Jean-Michel Lahmi
Jean-Michel Lahmi
Le pointilleux
Joniece Jamison
Joniece Jamison
Elle-même / chanteuse soûl lors de la soirée du commandant
Guilaine Londez
Guilaine Londez
La pointilleuse

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Welcome Aboard (2011) about?

This French comedy follows Isabelle, an HR executive jilted by her boss just before a major cruise ship's maiden voyage. Facing heartbreak on the corporate ladder, she hires Remy—a charismatic but directionless ne'er-do-well—to orchestrate a revenge plot on board. What unfolds is a hilarious battle of wits across the high seas, where plans go awry and unlikely bonds form.

Who directed Welcome Aboard?

The film was directed by Eric Lavaine, known for his work in French comedy, who brings a sharp eye for farce and workplace satire to this nautical revenge tale.

Who stars in Welcome Aboard?

The cast features Franck Dubosc as Remy, Valérie Lemercier as Isabelle, alongside Gérard Darmon, Luisa Ranieri, and Lionnel Astier in key roles.

Is Welcome Aboard (2011) worth watching?

As a lighthearted French comedy, Welcome Aboard delivers fun, relatable themes, and strong performances from its leading duo. While it may not break new ground, it offers a breezy, enjoyable ride perfect for fans of romantic farce and workplace comedies. It's ideal for a feel-good movie night with a side of laughs.

How long is Welcome Aboard?

The film runs for 95 minutes.

About Welcome Aboard (2011) — A cruise comedy of love, revenge, and second chances

When Isabelle, a high-powered HR executive at a cruise company, gets dumped by her boss on the eve of the fleet's most anticipated maiden voyage, she doesn't reach for poison or a lawsuit—she deploys Remy, a lovable disaster of a man with zero sailing experience. Directed by Eric Lavaine, this 2011 French screwball comedy blends workplace betrayal with high-seas hijinks as the jilted Isabelle enlists her unemployed, flamboyant paramour to orchestrate revenge on the high seas. Expect a whirlwind of over-the-top schemes, chaotic camaraderie, and the kind of farce that only flourishes when confined to a floating palace. The film balances sharp workplace satire with lighthearted slapstick, capturing the absurdity of life's twists and the unexpected places they can lead.

Welcome Aboard (2011) shines a spotlight on resilience and reinvention, wrapped in the glitz of a luxury cruise. With a cast led by Franck Dubosc and Valérie Lemercier, the movie delivers a spirited escape from routine, blending romance, comedy, and a dash of workplace vengeance. Audiences are treated to a cruise where the real voyage isn't across water—but through the comedic chaos of second chances and fresh starts.