Forbidden Games (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1952, Forbidden Games is a drama and history film directed by René Clément, running about 87 minutes. “War ... and how it affects the lives of our children” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Orphaned after a Nazi air raid, Paulette, a young Parisian girl, runs into Michel, an older peasant boy, and the two quickly become close. Together, they try to make sense of the chaotic and crumbling world around them, attempting to cope with death as they create a burial ground for Paulette's deceased pet dog. Eventually, however, Paulette's stay with Michel's family is threatened by the harsh realities of wartime.
Who’s in it. Forbidden Games stars Brigitte Fossey as Paulette, Georges Poujouly as Michel Dolle, Philippe de Chérisey as Francis Gouard and Laurence Badie as Berthe Dolle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Forbidden Games has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $10.2K at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Darkroom. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Forbidden Games page.
If you liked it. Fans of Forbidden Games tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Forbidden Games (1952)?
- In US, Forbidden Games is available to stream on Darkroom. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Forbidden Games worth watching?
- Forbidden Games holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Forbidden Games?
- Forbidden Games stars Brigitte Fossey, Georges Poujouly, Philippe de Chérisey, Laurence Badie and Suzanne Courtal.
- When was Forbidden Games released?
- Forbidden Games was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.