Oscar (1967)
Oscar is a 1967 French-language comedy movie directed by Édouard Molinaro, with a running time of 1h 25m. It stars Louis de Funès, Claude Rich and Agathe Natanson.
This film originated as a play in Paris. The story focuses on the one-day adventures of Bertrand Barnier played with a genius of French cinema, Louis de Funes. In the same morning he learns that his daughter is pregnant, an employee stole a large amount of money from his company, his maid is about to resign in order to marry a wealthy neighbor and his body builder is interested in marrying his daughter. The seemingly complicated story-line is full of comedy or errors and some of the most hilarious mime scenes of the French cinema.
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What is Oscar about?
This film originated as a play in Paris. The story focuses on the one-day adventures of Bertrand Barnier played with a genius of French cinema, Louis de Funes. In the same morning he learns that his daughter is pregnant, an employee stole a large amount of money from his company, his maid is about to resign in order to marry a wealthy neighbor and his body builder is interested in marrying his daughter. The seemingly complicated story-line is full of comedy or errors and some of the most hilarious mime scenes of the French cinema.
When was Oscar released?
Oscar was released on 11 October 1967.
How long is Oscar?
Oscar runs 1h 25m.
Who made Oscar?
Oscar was directed by Édouard Molinaro.
Where can I watch Oscar?
Oscar is available on Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Oscar
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Cast
- Louis de Funès as Bertrand Barnier
- Claude Rich as Christian Martin, prétendant de la fille Barnier
- Agathe Natanson as Colette Barnier, fille de Bertrand et Germaine
- Claude Gensac as Mme Germaine Barnier, épouse de Bertrand
- Sylvia Saurel as Jacqueline Bouillotte, fille naturelle de Bertrand et Germaine
- Dominique Page as Bernadette, domestique des Barnier et future Mme la baronne
- Paul Préboist as Charles, domestique des Barnier
- Mario David as Philippe Dubois, le masseur de M. Barnier
- Germaine Delbat as Charlotte, ex-goouvernante des Barnier et mère de Jacqueline
- Roger Van Hool as Oscar
- Philippe Vallauris as Le chauffeur du M. le baron Honoré de la Butinière