Sénéchal the Magnificent(1957)
Sénéchal le magnifique
Sénéchal the Magnificent Synopsis
Sénéchal, an actor touring the provinces with the "Tournées Carlini" does not meet the success he thinks he deserves. One night in Dreux, he finds himself without his luggage and dressed up as a Foreign Legion officer, he is invited to a party thrown by a colonel. He creates a sensation there and does not leave the colonel's wife ... indifferent! Back in Paris, Sénéchal goes through a similar experience. This time around, wearing tuxedo and top hat, he gets mistaken for a diplomat and charms the guests of a wedding party. Arrested by the police, he chooses to do without an attorney at his trial and his brilliant eloquence has him acquitted. A question remains unanswered though : will all those people who give an ovation in real life ever go to see him on stage ?
Sénéchal the Magnificent (1957) is a comedy film directed by Jean Boyer, released on May 24, 1957. It stars Fernandel, Nadia Gray, Madeleine Barbulée and Simone Paris. Viewers rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 11 ratings.
- Director:
- Jean Boyer
- Writers:
- Jean Manse, Jean-Jacques Rouff, Jean Boyer
- Producers:
- Jean Boyer
- Cinematographer:
- Charles Suin
- Composer:
- Paul Misraki
- Production:
- Chronos Films, France Cinéma Productions, Rizzoli Film
- Status:
- Released
Sénéchal the Magnificent Cast & Crew
Main cast
Fernandel
as François, Lucien Sénéchal
Nadia Gray
as La princesse Marida Ludibescu
Madeleine Barbulée
as Mme Roberte
Simone Paris
as L'actrice qui joue Mme Serval
Robert Pizani
as Le prince Alexandre
- Suzanne Dehelly
Suzanne Dehelly
as La malade
Roland Armontel
as Carlini
- Paul Azaïs
Paul Azaïs
as Le garagiste - mécanicien du car
- Georges Baconnet
Georges Baconnet
as Le président du tribunal
- Barbara Brault
Barbara Brault
as Bit part
Sacha Briquet
as Le représentant en télévision
Jacqueline Caurat
as Nicole, une soubrette
Key crew
Directed by Jean Boyer, written by Jean Manse, Jean-Jacques Rouff and Jean Boyer, produced by Jean Boyer.
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Sénéchal the Magnificent Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.8/10 from 11 ratings.
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Sénéchal the Magnificent – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Sénéchal the Magnificent online?
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Sénéchal the Magnificent (1957) is available to stream on Cine Comico Amazon Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Sénéchal the Magnificent?
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The main cast of Sénéchal the Magnificent (1957) includes Fernandel, Nadia Gray, Madeleine Barbulée, Simone Paris and Robert Pizani. The film was directed by Jean Boyer. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Sénéchal the Magnificent released?
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Sénéchal the Magnificent was released on May 24, 1957.
Is Sénéchal the Magnificent worth watching?
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Sénéchal the Magnificent (1957) holds an average rating of 6.8 out of 10 from 11 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.