Bob le Flambeur (1956): cast, story & where to watch

1956 · Film · ★ 7.4

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Released in 1956, Bob le Flambeur is an action, drama and crime film directed by Jean-Pierre Melville, running about 103 minutes.

What it’s about. In Paris, Bob Montagne is practically synonymous with gambling -- and winning. He is kind, classy and well-liked by virtually everyone in town, including police inspector Ledru. However, when Bob's luck turns sour, he begins to lose friends and makes the most desperate gamble of his life: to rob the Deauville casino during Grand Prix weekend, when the vaults are full. Unfortunately, Bob soon learns that the game is rigged and the cops are on to him.

Who’s in it. Bob le Flambeur stars Roger Duchesne as Robert 'Bob le Flambeur' Montagné, Isabelle Corey as Anne, Daniel Cauchy as Paulo and André Garet as Roger, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Bob le Flambeur has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $41K at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bob le Flambeur page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bob le Flambeur tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bob le Flambeur (1956)?
In US, Bob le Flambeur is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Bob le Flambeur worth watching?
Bob le Flambeur holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Bob le Flambeur?
Bob le Flambeur stars Roger Duchesne, Isabelle Corey, Daniel Cauchy, André Garet and Gérard Buhr.
When was Bob le Flambeur released?
Bob le Flambeur was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.