Fortunate (1960): cast, story & where to watch

1960 · Film · ★ 7.5

Fortunate poster

Released in 1960, Fortunate is a comedy and romance film directed by Alex Joffé, running about 121 minutes.

What it’s about. During WW2, a posh bourgeois woman (Morgan)is compelled to live under the same room as a crude simple-minded yet big-hearted man.(Bourvil) Her husband was arrested by the Gestapo and she is a hunted woman.

Who’s in it. Fortunate stars Bourvil as Noël Fortunat, Michèle Morgan as Juliette Valcourt, Teddy Bilis as Sam Falk and Rosy Varte as Rosette Falk, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Fortunate 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 Fortunate page.

If you liked it. Fans of Fortunate tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Fortunate (1960)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fortunate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Fortunate worth watching?
Fortunate holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Fortunate?
Fortunate stars Bourvil, Michèle Morgan, Teddy Bilis, Rosy Varte and Frédéric Mitterrand.
When was Fortunate released?
Fortunate was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.