Le Tunnel (1933): cast, story & where to watch

1933 · Film · ★ 6.7

Le Tunnel poster

Released in 1933, Le Tunnel is a drama, crime and science fiction film directed by Curtis Bernhardt, running about 71 minutes.

What it’s about. An engineer is hired to plan and oversee the construction of a undersea tunnel between Europe and the US. However, certain interests don't want to see the tunnel built and use every means at their disposal, including sabotage and murder, to stop its construction. French-language version of the 1933 German DER TUNNEL, q.v.

Who’s in it. Le Tunnel stars Jean Gabin as Mac Allan, Madeleine Renaud as Mary, Pierre Nay as Hobby and Gustaf Gründgens as Woolf, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Le Tunnel 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 Le Tunnel page.

If you liked it. Fans of Le Tunnel tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Le Tunnel (1933)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Le Tunnel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Le Tunnel worth watching?
Le Tunnel holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Le Tunnel?
Le Tunnel stars Jean Gabin, Madeleine Renaud, Pierre Nay, Gustaf Gründgens and André Nox.
When was Le Tunnel released?
Le Tunnel was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.