Dr. Knock (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1951, Dr. Knock is a comedy film directed by Guy Lefranc, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Saint-Maurice, an ordinary peaceful village, lived healthily so much so that the local doctor's practice was scant. But that was before Dr. Parpalaid retired and was replaced by a charlatan by the name of Knock. A real genius this one, for he soon managed to persuade everyone that they were ill. And not only didn't they resent him but they even loved their physician, who made a fortune and brought prosperity to the village by turning it into a big hospital.
Who’s in it. Dr. Knock stars Louis Jouvet as Docteur Knock, Jean Brochard as Docteur Parpalaid, Pierre Renoir as le pharmacien Mousquet and Pierre Bertin as l'instituteur Bernard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Dr. Knock has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dr. Knock page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dr. Knock tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dr. Knock (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dr. Knock change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dr. Knock worth watching?
- Dr. Knock holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Dr. Knock?
- Dr. Knock stars Louis Jouvet, Jean Brochard, Pierre Renoir, Pierre Bertin and Marguerite Pierry.
- When was Dr. Knock released?
- Dr. Knock was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.