Les Duraton (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1956, Les Duraton is a comedy film directed by André Berthomieu.
What it’s about. Jules Duraton is the headmaster of Chatelbourg's high school. He is happily married, has a teenage daughter named Solange, and everything would be for the best of all possible worlds if he and his family were not the namesakes of the protagonists of a famous comic series broadcast every day on Radio Monde "La Famille Duraton". Day after day, the real-life Duratons are made fun of because of their surname and Jules just can't take it any more. That is why he decides to sue the radio station responsible for his misfortune.
Who’s in it. Les Duraton stars Jane Sourza as Irma Duraton, Jean Carmet as Gaston Duvet, Ded Rysel as Jules Duraton and Darry Cowl as M. Mathieu, le surveillant général, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Les Duraton has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Les Duraton page.
If you liked it. Fans of Les Duraton tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Les Duraton (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Les Duraton change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Les Duraton worth watching?
- Les Duraton holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Les Duraton?
- Les Duraton stars Jane Sourza, Jean Carmet, Ded Rysel, Darry Cowl and Claude Nicot.
- When was Les Duraton released?
- Les Duraton was released in 1956.