Courier of Lyons (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1937, Courier of Lyons is a drama and history film directed by Claude Autant-Lara, running about 102 minutes. “The Dreyfus Affair of the 18th Century!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A courier carrying a large sum of money intended for Bonaparte's army is attacked. A miscarriage of justice will lead an innocent person to the guillotine.
Who’s in it. Courier of Lyons stars Pierre Blanchar as Pierre-Joseph Lesurques, Dita Parlo as Mina Lesurques - The Wife of the Accused, Jacques Copeau as The prosecutor - Judge Daubenton and Charles Dullin as Blind witness, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Courier of Lyons 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 Courier of Lyons page.
If you liked it. Fans of Courier of Lyons tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Courier of Lyons (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Courier of Lyons change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Courier of Lyons worth watching?
- Courier of Lyons holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Courier of Lyons?
- Courier of Lyons stars Pierre Blanchar, Dita Parlo, Jacques Copeau, Charles Dullin and Sylvia Bataille.
- When was Courier of Lyons released?
- Courier of Lyons was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.