The High Life (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film
Released in 1951, The High Life is a notable film directed by Henri Schneider, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Jojo is a seventeen-year-old factory worker living poorly in Aubervilliers with his grandmother. Dissatisfied with his lackluster everyday life, Jojo dreams of the high life. He starts mixing with shady individuals such as thieves and traffickers. At a time, he even contemplates murdering a rich butcher. Fortunately, his protector Monsieur Charles, a warm-hearted gangster, will stop him from carrying out this crazy plan, thus wasting his young life.
Who’s in it. The High Life stars Luc Andrieux, Serge Bento, José Casa and Paul Bisciglia, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The High Life page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The High Life (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The High Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The High Life?
- The High Life stars Luc Andrieux, Serge Bento, José Casa, Paul Bisciglia and Rémi Clary.
- When was The High Life released?
- The High Life was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.