The Little Thing (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film
Released in 1938, The Little Thing is a drama film directed by Maurice Cloche, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Now that their parents are ruined, Jacques Eyssette and his younger brother Daniel, are driven to fend for themselves. Jacques becomes the secretary of a marquis who exploits him by making him work so hard that his health gets damaged. Daniel, on his part, is hired as a supervisor and Latin teacher in a school in the province. It soon happens that he is in a bad situation too as, after being subjected to repeated harassment, he ends up being fired. Daniel then decides to join Jacques in Paris, hoping to embark on a literary career. Unfortunately, Irma Borel, an actress, sets her sight on him and drags him into a life of vice.
Who’s in it. The Little Thing stars Robert Lynen as Daniel Eyssette, Arletty as Irma Borel, Janine Darcey as Camille and Fernand Charpin as Pierrotte, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Little Thing page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Little Thing tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Little Thing (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Little Thing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Little Thing?
- The Little Thing stars Robert Lynen, Arletty, Janine Darcey, Fernand Charpin and Aimé Clariond.
- When was The Little Thing released?
- The Little Thing was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.