Emile's Boat (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1962, Emile's Boat is a comedy, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Denys de La Patellière, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Charles-Edmond, the eldest of the Larmentiel brothers, decides to return to La Rochelle, his hometown to die there. Forty years earlier he had been driven out by his father. Before passing away, the old eccentric announces that he has a hidden son, Émile, a fisherman to whom he wishes to bequeath his property. François, the younger brother, whom Charles-Edmond hates, is eyeing the inheritance to bail out the powerful family business, a veritable fishing trust, and will try to appropriate the affection and property of this inopportune heir. Émile, meanwhile, is too busy arguing with Fernande, a beugland singer, to suspect what awaits him...
Who’s in it. Emile's Boat stars Lino Ventura as Émile Bouet, Annie Girardot as Fernande, Pierre Brasseur as François Larmentiel and Michel Simon as Charles-Edmond Larmentiel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Emile's Boat 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 Emile's Boat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Emile's Boat tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Emile's Boat (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Emile's Boat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Emile's Boat worth watching?
- Emile's Boat holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Emile's Boat?
- Emile's Boat stars Lino Ventura, Annie Girardot, Pierre Brasseur, Michel Simon and Jacques Monod.
- When was Emile's Boat released?
- Emile's Boat was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.