The Great Deception (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1959, The Great Deception is a comedy film directed by Jacqueline Audry, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Burgundy 1728. Old count Antoine d'Eon is overjoyed. His daughter-in-law has finally given birth to a boy and he will at long last be able to transmit his inheritance to his son Pascal. At least this is what he thinks, for Pascal has concealed from his father the fact that his son was ... a daughter, his eighth daughter! Well, enough is enough and Geneviève has no other choice but become a boy first, then a soldier and even the special envoy of Louis XV, King of France, to Catherine II, the Czarina of Russia.
Who’s in it. The Great Deception stars Andrée Debar as Geneviève d'Éon / Charles, chevalier d'Éon, agent secret au service du Roi, Bernard Blier as le baron d'Exter, le chef des espions à la solde des Prussiens, Dany Robin as la comtesse De Monval, l'envoyée spéciale du Roi Louis XV and Gabriele Ferzetti as Bernard Turquet de Mayenne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Great Deception 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 The Great Deception page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Deception tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Deception (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Deception change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great Deception worth watching?
- The Great Deception holds an audience score of 5.9 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 Great Deception?
- The Great Deception stars Andrée Debar, Bernard Blier, Dany Robin, Gabriele Ferzetti and Isa Miranda.
- When was The Great Deception released?
- The Great Deception was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.