The Bureaucrats (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1936, The Bureaucrats is a comedy film directed by Yves Mirande, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A comedy about the petty bureaucrats who need special leather props under their posteriors because of the long hours they spend sitting at their desks.
Who’s in it. The Bureaucrats stars Lucien Baroux as Lahrier, Pierre Larquey as Le conservateur, Arletty as La belle-soeur de la hourmerie and Gabriel Signoret as M. Soupe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Bureaucrats 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 Bureaucrats page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bureaucrats tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bureaucrats (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bureaucrats change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bureaucrats worth watching?
- The Bureaucrats holds an audience score of 6.5 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 Bureaucrats?
- The Bureaucrats stars Lucien Baroux, Pierre Larquey, Arletty, Gabriel Signoret and Saturnin Fabre.
- When was The Bureaucrats released?
- The Bureaucrats was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.