The Well-Digger's Daughter (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1940, The Well-Digger's Daughter is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Marcel Pagnol, running about 142 minutes.
What it’s about. A rural maiden's two suitors go off to war, leaving her pregnant.
Who’s in it. The Well-Digger's Daughter stars Raimu as Pascal Amoretti, Fernandel as Félipe Rambert, Josette Day as Patricia Amoretti and Fernand Charpin as M. Mazel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Well-Digger's Daughter 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 Well-Digger's Daughter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Well-Digger's Daughter tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Well-Digger's Daughter (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Well-Digger's Daughter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Well-Digger's Daughter worth watching?
- The Well-Digger's Daughter holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Well-Digger's Daughter?
- The Well-Digger's Daughter stars Raimu, Fernandel, Josette Day, Fernand Charpin and Line Noro.
- When was The Well-Digger's Daughter released?
- The Well-Digger's Daughter was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 142 minutes.