Rene the Cane (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1977, Rene the Cane is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by Francis Girod, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. "René la Canne" was the second collaboration between Francis Girod and Ennio Morricone, coming after "Le Trio Infernal" (1974) and before "La Banquière" (1980). His film is an adaptation of a story by Roger Borniche about the gangster René Girier and relates the fantastic adventures of a flamboyant mobster (René/Gérard Depardieu) and a maverick police inspector (Fernand la Sournoise/Michel Piccoli), through the 1940s.
Who’s in it. Rene the Cane stars Gérard Depardieu as René Bornier, Sylvia Kristel as Krista, Michel Piccoli as Ispettore Marchand and Riccardo Garrone as Karl, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Rene the Cane has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rene the Cane page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rene the Cane tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rene the Cane (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rene the Cane change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rene the Cane worth watching?
- Rene the Cane holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rene the Cane?
- Rene the Cane stars Gérard Depardieu, Sylvia Kristel, Michel Piccoli, Riccardo Garrone and Jacques Jouanneau.
- When was Rene the Cane released?
- Rene the Cane was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.