The Idiot(1946)
L'Idiot
The Idiot Synopsis
Muichkine, a young Russian prince, returns home to St. Petersburg from a mental institution, determined to spread decency and kindness in the harsh and cruel world. He becomes betrothed to an innocent young girl while trying to save a less-innocent woman from her own travail, but jealousy and his own naivete conjoin to bring about unimaginable tragedy.
The Idiot (1946) is a drama film directed by Georges Lampin, released on June 7, 1946 with a runtime of 1h 41m. It stars Gérard Philipe, Edwige Feuillère, Lucien Coëdel and Sylvie. Viewers rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 15 ratings.
- Director:
- Georges Lampin
- Writers:
- Charles Spaak, Charles Spaak, Fyodor Dostoevsky
- Cinematographer:
- Christian Matras
- Composer:
- Maurice Thiriet
- Production:
- Films Sacha Gordine
- Status:
- Released
The Idiot Cast & Crew
Main cast
Gérard Philipe
as Prince Miouchkine
Edwige Feuillère
as Nastasia Philipovna
Lucien Coëdel
as Rogogine
Sylvie
as Madame Ivolvine
Jean Debucourt
as Totsky
Nathalie Nattier
as Aglaé Epantchine
Jane Marken
as Naria
Marguerite Moreno
as General Elisabeth Prokovievna Epanchine
- Maurice Chambreuil
Maurice Chambreuil
as General Epantchine
Michel André
as Gania Ivolvine
Elisabeth Hardy
as Sophie Ivolvine
Roland Armontel
as Luliane Timofeevich Lebediev, the drunkard
Key crew
Directed by Georges Lampin, written by Charles Spaak, Charles Spaak and Fyodor Dostoevsky.
Explore more Drama titles
The Idiot Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.6/10 from 15 ratings.
You may also like
Disgrace
2008
Adopt a Highway
2019
Lost Bullet 2
2022
Chaos
2001
La Femme flic
1980
Winged Creatures
2009
Dear Zoe
2022
The Young One
1960
Heatwave
2022
Gigi & Nate
2022
O.G.
2018
Haute Couture
2021
Hardball
2001
The Asphalt Jungle
1950
Home Run
2013
The Padre
2018
Primal Fear
1996
Collision
2022
The Unforgivable
2021
Won't Back Down
2012
Movies similar to The Idiot
Kites Over Helsinki
2001
Blackmailer
1937
Salty Rose
1983
Alabama Moon
2009
When the Doves Disappeared
Movie
Man on Fire
1987
The Big Fake
2025
24 Hours Rain
1982
Safe Passage
1994
Katayoku dake no tenshi
1986
Primo Basílio
2007
I Spit on Your Grave
1959
The Mechanics of Women
2000
Oscar and the Lady in Pink
2009
Shock to the System: A Donald Strachey Mystery
2006
Rascal
1969
Oppenheimer
2023
Fujisancho
1948
狠家伙
Movie
Life In One Day
2009
The Idiot – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Idiot online?
+
The Idiot (1946) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Idiot?
+
The main cast of The Idiot (1946) includes Gérard Philipe, Edwige Feuillère, Lucien Coëdel, Sylvie and Jean Debucourt. The film was directed by Georges Lampin. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Idiot released?
+
The Idiot was released on June 7, 1946 and runs for 1h 41m.
Is The Idiot worth watching?
+
The Idiot (1946) holds an average rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 15 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.