What for? (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film

Released in 1926, What for? is a comedy film directed by Jean Kemm, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Céleste Noménoé, a provincial actor, comes to Paris for an inheritance. He also gets a part in a movie. The managers of a music-hall notice him. He takes the stage name of Grock.
Who’s in it. What for? stars Grock as Céleste Noménoé, Pierrette Lugand, Gaston Dubosc and Valentine Lugand, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch What for? page.
If you liked it. Fans of What for? tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch What for? (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for What for? change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in What for??
- What for? stars Grock, Pierrette Lugand, Gaston Dubosc, Valentine Lugand and Simone Montalet.
- When was What for? released?
- What for? was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.