The Tomboy (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 3.6
Released in 1936, The Tomboy is a drama and romance film directed by Jean de Limur, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. The eponymous garçonne or flapper is Monique Lerbier, an emancipated French woman who leaves home to escape a marriage of convenience to a man she does not love which her parents have forced on her. She then falls into all sorts of carnal temptations and artificial pleasures previously unknown to her. These include her being seduced into a lesbian love affair by a chanteuse.
Who’s in it. The Tomboy stars Marie Bell as Monique Lerbier, la garçonne, Arletty as Niquette, Henri Rollan as Régis Boisselot and Jean Worms as Lerbier, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.6/10, The Tomboy 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 Tomboy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tomboy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tomboy (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tomboy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tomboy worth watching?
- The Tomboy holds an audience score of 3.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Tomboy?
- The Tomboy stars Marie Bell, Arletty, Henri Rollan, Jean Worms and Maurice Escande.
- When was The Tomboy released?
- The Tomboy was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.