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The Bonnadieu House (1951): cast, story & where to watch

1951 · Film · ★ 4.7

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Released in 1951, The Bonnadieu House is a comedy film directed by Carlo Rim, running about 102 minutes.

What it’s about. Felix is a middle-aged bourgeois husband. Much to his discomfort, he learns that his wife Gabrielle is carrying on with a young man--a very young man. Rather than express outrage, Felix decides that there's something lacking in him. He spends the rest of the picture trying to keep his wife by altering his own personality and outlook.

Who’s in it. The Bonnadieu House stars Bernard Blier as Félix Bonnadieu, Françoise Arnoul as Louisette, Berthe Bovy as Madame Ramadin and Michel François as Pascal Mascaret, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The Bonnadieu House has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bonnadieu House page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Bonnadieu House tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Bonnadieu House (1951)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bonnadieu House change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Bonnadieu House worth watching?
The Bonnadieu House holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Bonnadieu House?
The Bonnadieu House stars Bernard Blier, Françoise Arnoul, Berthe Bovy, Michel François and Danielle Darrieux.
When was The Bonnadieu House released?
The Bonnadieu House was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.