Thirty and Forty (1946): cast, story & where to watch

1946 · Film

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Released in 1946, Thirty and Forty is a comedy and music film directed by Gilles Grangier, running about 105 minutes.

What it’s about. The scene is set during the Second Empire. Captain Bitterlin watches jealously over his lovely daughter Madeleine but he cannot prevent nature from demanding its rights and Madeleine soon finds herself a suitor in the person of Mario, a dashing young songwriter. Bitterlin, who wishes his daughter to "evade the grip" of the young man, takes her away to Monte Carlo. There, the captain does what he had sworn he would never do, he gambles in a casino. And even more upsetting: Mario might well be hereabouts...

Who’s in it. Thirty and Forty stars Georges Guétary as Count Mario de Miranda, André Alerme as Captain Bitterlin, Martine Carol as Madeleine Bitterlin and Jean Parédès as Monsieur Leprince, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thirty and Forty page.

If you liked it. Fans of Thirty and Forty tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Thirty and Forty (1946)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thirty and Forty change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Thirty and Forty?
Thirty and Forty stars Georges Guétary, André Alerme, Martine Carol, Jean Parédès and Gisèle Préville.
When was Thirty and Forty released?
Thirty and Forty was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.