Touchez Pas au Grisbi (1954)
Touchez Pas au Grisbi is a 1954 French-language crime movie directed by Jacques Becker, with a running time of 1h 35m. It stars Jean Gabin, Jeanne Moreau and René Dary.
Gentleman gangster Max and his partner, Riton, pull off their last, most successful heist and find themselves comfortable enough to retire in the style they enjoy. However, Max confides the details of the theft to his younger mistress, Josey -- who has secretly taken up with ambitious young rival gangster Angelo. Angelo then has Riton kidnapped and demands the stash of gold as ransom, which threatens Max's dreams of the perfect retirement.
Quick answers
What is Touchez Pas au Grisbi about?
Gentleman gangster Max and his partner, Riton, pull off their last, most successful heist and find themselves comfortable enough to retire in the style they enjoy. However, Max confides the details of the theft to his younger mistress, Josey -- who has secretly taken up with ambitious young rival gangster Angelo. Angelo then has Riton kidnapped and demands the stash of gold as ransom, which threatens Max's dreams of the perfect retirement.
When was Touchez Pas au Grisbi released?
Touchez Pas au Grisbi was released on 17 March 1954.
How long is Touchez Pas au Grisbi?
Touchez Pas au Grisbi runs 1h 35m.
Who made Touchez Pas au Grisbi?
Touchez Pas au Grisbi was directed by Jacques Becker.
Where can I watch Touchez Pas au Grisbi?
Touchez Pas au Grisbi is available on Kanopy.
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Cast
- Jean Gabin as Max dit Max le Menteur
- Jeanne Moreau as Josy
- René Dary as Henri Ducros dit Riton
- Lino Ventura as Angelo Fraiser
- Paul Frankeur as Pierrot
- Michel Jourdan as Marco
- Paul Oettly as Oscar
- Dora Doll as Lola
- Gaby Basset as Marinette
- Vittorio Sanipoli as Ramon
- Denise Clair as Madame Bouche
- Jean Riveyre as Le portier de l'hôtel Moderna