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The New Testament (1936): cast, story & where to watch

1936 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1936, The New Testament is a comedy film directed by Sacha Guitry, running about 96 minutes.

What it’s about. Husbands and wives, lovers and gigolos, all break a sweat when Dr. Marcelin’s newly-revised last will and testament is prematurely exposed.

Who’s in it. The New Testament stars Sacha Guitry as Le Docteur Marcelin, Jacqueline Delubac as Juliette Lecourtois, Betty Daussmond as Lucie Marcellin and Pauline Carton as Mademoiselle Morot, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The New Testament has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The New Testament page.

If you liked it. Fans of The New Testament tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The New Testament (1936)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The New Testament change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The New Testament worth watching?
The New Testament holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The New Testament?
The New Testament stars Sacha Guitry, Jacqueline Delubac, Betty Daussmond, Pauline Carton and Marguerite Templey.
When was The New Testament released?
The New Testament was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.