The Temptation of Barbizon (1946): cast, story & where to watch

1946 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 1946, The Temptation of Barbizon is a comedy, fantasy and romance film directed by Jean Stelli, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. Daniel Gelin and Juliette Faber star as a blissfully happy honeymooning couple. They are so happy that they arouse the jealous attentions of Satan. The Dark Prince sends an emissary to beak up the romance, but his advocate is promptly challenged by a representative from "up above."

Who’s in it. The Temptation of Barbizon stars Simone Renant as Eva Parker / Angel, François Périer as Ben Atkinson / The Devil, Pierre Larquey as Jérôme Chambon and Juliette Faber as Martine, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Temptation of Barbizon 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 Temptation of Barbizon page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Temptation of Barbizon (1946)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Temptation of Barbizon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Temptation of Barbizon worth watching?
The Temptation of Barbizon holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Temptation of Barbizon?
The Temptation of Barbizon stars Simone Renant, François Périer, Pierre Larquey, Juliette Faber and Daniel Gélin.
When was The Temptation of Barbizon released?
The Temptation of Barbizon was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.