The Virtuous Scoundrel (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1953, The Virtuous Scoundrel is a comedy and drama film directed by Sacha Guitry, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. La Vie d'un honnête homme English: The Virtuous Scoundrel, is a French comedy drama film from 1953, directed by Sacha Guitry, written by Sacha Guitry, starring Michel Simon and Louis de Funès.
Who’s in it. The Virtuous Scoundrel stars Michel Simon as Albert et Alain Ménard-Lacoste, Louis de Funès as Emile, le valet de chambre, Marguerite Pierry as Madeleine Lacoste and François Guérin as Pierre Lacoste, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Virtuous Scoundrel 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 Virtuous Scoundrel page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Virtuous Scoundrel tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Virtuous Scoundrel (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Virtuous Scoundrel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Virtuous Scoundrel worth watching?
- The Virtuous Scoundrel holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Virtuous Scoundrel?
- The Virtuous Scoundrel stars Michel Simon, Louis de Funès, Marguerite Pierry, François Guérin and Laurence Badie.