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Three Days to Live (1958): cast, story & where to watch

1958 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1958, Three Days to Live is a drama film directed by Gilles Grangier, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. Trois jour à vivre (Three Days to Live) takes off with a bang when two-bit actor Daniel Gelin witnesses a murder. He didn't see the killer, but that doesn't stop him from claiming that he did in order to get his name into the papers. Sure enough, the murderer targets Gelin as his next victim. Our hero is temporarily rescued by Jeanne Moreau, an aspiring actress who has always had a crush on him.

Who’s in it. Three Days to Live stars Daniel Gélin as Simon Belin, Jeanne Moreau as Jeanne Fortin, Lino Ventura as Lino Ferrari and Georges Flamant as Inspector Segalier, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Three Days to Live has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Three Days to Live page.

If you liked it. Fans of Three Days to Live tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Three Days to Live (1958)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Three Days to Live change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Three Days to Live worth watching?
Three Days to Live holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Three Days to Live?
Three Days to Live stars Daniel Gélin, Jeanne Moreau, Lino Ventura, Georges Flamant and Albert Augier.
When was Three Days to Live released?
Three Days to Live was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.