L'avare (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film
Released in 1974, L'avare is a notable film directed by René Lucot.
What it’s about. Harpagon, a miserly bourgeois, wishes to marry the young Mariane and marry his daughter Elise to Lord Anselme. He does not know that Cléante, his son, is in love with the young Mariane and that his daughter Elise loves a penniless young man, Valère, whom he has just hired as a steward.
Who’s in it. L'avare stars Michel Aumont as Harpagon, Simon Eine as Valère, Francis Huster as Cléante and Françoise Seigner as Frosine, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch L'avare page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch L'avare (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for L'avare change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in L'avare?
- L'avare stars Michel Aumont, Simon Eine, Francis Huster, Françoise Seigner and Isabelle Adjani.
- When was L'avare released?
- L'avare was released in 1974.