Vautrin the Thief (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1943, Vautrin the Thief is a drama film directed by Pierre Billon, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. A famous convict Jacques Collin, alias Trompe la mort, or abbot Carlos Herrera, also called Vautrin, escapes from prison. Chance makes him meet Lucien de Rubempré, an impetuous and eternal lover who, when he is dismissed, collapses. Moved by this fragility, he takes him under his wing, and will do everything possible to ensure that his creature reaches happiness, even if it means imagining the worst shenanigans and other scams, with the help of a band of clever villains.
Who’s in it. Vautrin the Thief stars Georges Marchal as Lucien Chardon aka Vautrin, Michel Simon as Vautrin, Madeleine Sologne as Esther Gobseck and Line Noro as Asie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Vautrin the Thief has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Vautrin the Thief page.
If you liked it. Fans of Vautrin the Thief tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Vautrin the Thief (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Vautrin the Thief change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Vautrin the Thief worth watching?
- Vautrin the Thief holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Vautrin the Thief?
- Vautrin the Thief stars Georges Marchal, Michel Simon, Madeleine Sologne, Line Noro and Renée Albouy.
- When was Vautrin the Thief released?
- Vautrin the Thief was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.