La Traversée de Paris(1956)
JEAN GABIN and BOURVIL in a REMARKABLE FRENCH FILM with suspense predominating of course - but also much more than just a soupcon of laughter!
La Traversée de Paris Synopsis
Two unlikely companions must smuggle four suitcases filled with contraband pork across Nazi-occupied Paris.
La Traversée de Paris (1956) is a comedy and drama film directed by Claude Autant-Lara, released on October 26, 1956 with a runtime of 1h 20m. It stars Jean Gabin, Bourvil, Louis de Funès and Jeannette Batti. Viewers rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 313 ratings.
- Director:
- Claude Autant-Lara
- Writers:
- Pierre Bost, Jean Aurenche, Marcel Aymé
- Producers:
- Henry Deutschmeister
- Cinematographer:
- Jacques Natteau
- Composer:
- René Cloërec
- Production:
- Continental Produzione, Franco London Films
- Status:
- Released
La Traversée de Paris (1956) Trailer
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La Traversée de Paris Cast & Crew
Main cast
Jean Gabin
as Grandgil, artist painter
Bourvil
as Marcel Martin, unemployed taxi driver
Louis de Funès
as Jambier, grocer
Jeannette Batti
as Mariette Martin, Marcel's wife
Georgette Anys
as Lucienne Couronne, owner of the Belotte cafe
Robert Arnoux
as Marchandot, butcher
Laurence Badie
as Restaurant waitress
Myno Burney
as Angèle Marchandot, butcher
Germaine Delbat
as Restaurant customer
Monette Dinay
as Mrs. Jambier, grocer
Jean Dunot
as Alfred Couronne, owner of the Belotte cafe
Bernard Lajarrige
as Policeman
Key crew
Directed by Claude Autant-Lara, written by Pierre Bost, Jean Aurenche and Marcel Aymé, produced by Henry Deutschmeister.
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La Traversée de Paris Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.3/10 from 313 ratings.
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La Traversée de Paris – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch La Traversée de Paris online?
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La Traversée de Paris (1956) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and maxdome Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in La Traversée de Paris?
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The main cast of La Traversée de Paris (1956) includes Jean Gabin, Bourvil, Louis de Funès, Jeannette Batti and Georgette Anys. The film was directed by Claude Autant-Lara. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was La Traversée de Paris released?
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La Traversée de Paris was released on October 26, 1956 and runs for 1h 20m.
Is La Traversée de Paris worth watching?
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La Traversée de Paris (1956) holds an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 313 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy and drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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