L'Assommoir (1908): cast, story & where to watch
1908 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1908, L'Assommoir is a drama film directed by Albert Capellani, running about 36 minutes.
What it’s about. Everyman Coupeau's attempts to stop drinking are routinely thwarted by the wicked and vengeful Virginie. Based on Zola's novel, Capellani's film is about the free fall of a group of working-class French folk into degradation and tragedy due to carelessness, jealousy, and alcohol abuse. At the time of its release, L'Assommoir was hugely successful.
Who’s in it. L'Assommoir stars Alexandre Arquillière as Coupeau, Jacques Grétillat as Lantier, Jacques Varennes and Gabrielle Réjane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, L'Assommoir 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 L'Assommoir page.
If you liked it. Fans of L'Assommoir tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch L'Assommoir (1908)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for L'Assommoir change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is L'Assommoir worth watching?
- L'Assommoir holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in L'Assommoir?
- L'Assommoir stars Alexandre Arquillière, Jacques Grétillat, Jacques Varennes, Gabrielle Réjane and Eugénie Nau.
- When was L'Assommoir released?
- L'Assommoir was released in 1908, with a runtime of about 36 minutes.