Deputy Eusèbe (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film
Released in 1939, Deputy Eusèbe is a notable film directed by André Berthomieu, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Eusèbe Bonbonneau, a solicitor's clerk, learns one day that a candidate bearing his name runs for election as a member of parliament. In fact Frazier, a crooked businessman, has urged an accomplice to impersonate Eusèbe, in order to obtain, through this straw man, authorizations for the creation of a casino in Sanceau-les-Nains and to make big money out of it. Eusébe decides to go to Paris to investigate. In the capital he meets Mariska, an exuberant actress who encourages him to try to get elected. As a result, thanks to her the true Bonbonneau becomes a member of parliament and the crook's accomplice is arrested. But Frazier is not impressed and, changing tactics, he starts manipulating Eusèbe.
Who’s in it. Deputy Eusèbe stars Michel Simon as Eusèbe Bonbonneau, René Bergeron as Pinson, Jules Berry as Félix Jacassar and Albert Broquin as The stage manager, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Deputy Eusèbe page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Deputy Eusèbe (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Deputy Eusèbe change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Deputy Eusèbe?
- Deputy Eusèbe stars Michel Simon, René Bergeron, Jules Berry, Albert Broquin and Henri de Livry.
- When was Deputy Eusèbe released?
- Deputy Eusèbe was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.