Jamaican Man (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film
Released in 1950, Jamaican Man is an adventure film directed by Maurice de Canonge, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. Jacques Mervel, also known as "L'Homme de la Jamaïque" makes use of his talents as a gun runner in Tangiers, Morocco. After triumphing over a rival gang, he decides to quit the job and to start a new life with Vicky, a pretty young nurse. In Paris, a doctor lets him know that he is affected by leprosy. In desperation, Jacques runs away from Vicky to spare her. When she realizes the reason why Jacques has disappeared from her life, she joins him with a view to helping him fight the disease.
Who’s in it. Jamaican Man stars Pierre Brasseur as Jacques Mervel, Véra Norman as Vicky Blanchard, Georges Tabet as Pablo Lopez and Marcelle Géniat as Mme Milleris, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jamaican Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jamaican Man tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jamaican Man (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jamaican Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Jamaican Man?
- Jamaican Man stars Pierre Brasseur, Véra Norman, Georges Tabet, Marcelle Géniat and Louis Seigner.
- When was Jamaican Man released?
- Jamaican Man was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.