Bartleby (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film
Released in 1970, Bartleby is a drama film directed by Jean-Pierre Bastid, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. French short adaptation of Herman Melville's classic. The employee of a lawyer is in a mental hospital following a scandal. Some time later, he finds his employer.
Who’s in it. Bartleby stars Jean-Pierre Lajournade as Bartleby, Olivier de Magny as The Lawyer, Gérard Guérin as A servile employee and Jean-Patrick Manchette as A servile employee, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bartleby page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bartleby tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bartleby (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bartleby change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Bartleby?
- Bartleby stars Jean-Pierre Lajournade, Olivier de Magny, Gérard Guérin, Jean-Patrick Manchette and François Porcile.
- When was Bartleby released?
- Bartleby was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.