588 rue Paradis (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1992, 588 rue Paradis is a comedy and drama film directed by Henri Verneuil, running about 135 minutes.
What it’s about. This family drama is the sequel to director Henri Verneuil's autobiographical film, Mayrig. It takes place some forty years after the end of the previous film. In the earlier film, a young man has moved with his family to Marseilles from Armenia and is adapting to his new country to the best of his ability. This tends to put him in conflict with his traditional Armenian family. Nonetheless, they are all hardworking and loving. Now, forty years later, the lead character has changed his name to Pierre Zakar, because it is easier for the French to pronounce and relate to. He has also become a very successful playwright.
Who’s in it. 588 rue Paradis stars Richard Berry as Pierre Zakar, Claudia Cardinale as Mayrig, Omar Sharif as Hagop and Jacques Villeret as Alexandre, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, 588 rue Paradis has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 588 rue Paradis page.
If you liked it. Fans of 588 rue Paradis tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 588 rue Paradis (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 588 rue Paradis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 588 rue Paradis worth watching?
- 588 rue Paradis holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in 588 rue Paradis?
- 588 rue Paradis stars Richard Berry, Claudia Cardinale, Omar Sharif, Jacques Villeret and Zabou Breitman.
- When was 588 rue Paradis released?
- 588 rue Paradis was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 135 minutes.