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Les petites Cardinal (1951): cast, story & where to watch

1951 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1951, Les petites Cardinal is a notable film directed by Gilles Grangier, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. Napoleon III, the Commune, the third Republic in the background. In the foreground, two pretty, talented sisters, Virginie and Pauline Cardinal. They are ballerinas at the Opera de Paris and very much courted by wealthy, elegant men. They will manage to climb in the society of their time, despite parents set on respectability but also attracted by money.

Who’s in it. Les petites Cardinal stars Saturnin Fabre as Horace Cardinal, Véra Norman as Virginie Cardinal, Denise Grey as Mrs. Cardinal and Jacques Castelot as The Baron of Glaïeuls, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Les petites Cardinal 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 Les petites Cardinal page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Les petites Cardinal (1951)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Les petites Cardinal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Les petites Cardinal worth watching?
Les petites Cardinal holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Les petites Cardinal?
Les petites Cardinal stars Saturnin Fabre, Véra Norman, Denise Grey, Jacques Castelot and Claude Nicot.
When was Les petites Cardinal released?
Les petites Cardinal was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.