Les Bas-fonds (1936) : distribution, intrigue et streaming
1936 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1936, Les Bas-fonds is a drame, policier and romance film directed by Jean Renoir, running about 92 minutes. “From the world-famous play by MAXIM GORKI” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Vivant dans une pension délabrée que dirige le sordide receleur Kostileff, Pépel est un voleur aimé par deux sœurs. Il y a tout d’abord Vassilissa, compagne du receleur et maîtresse de Pépel, ainsi que Natacha, exploitée par cette dernière et Kostileff. Tandis qu’il cambriole une demeure, Pépel est surpris par le propriétaire des lieux, un baron ruiné avec qui il sympathise.
Who’s in it. Les Bas-fonds stars Jean Gabin as Pepel Wasska, Suzy Prim as Vassilissa Kostyleva, Louis Jouvet as Le baron and Jany Holt as Nastia, la prostituée, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Les Bas-fonds has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In États-Unis you can stream it on Criterion Channel and France Channel Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Les Bas-fonds page.
If you liked it. Fans of Les Bas-fonds tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.
Questions fréquentes
- Where can I watch Les Bas-fonds (1936)?
- In États-Unis, Les Bas-fonds is available to stream on Criterion Channel and France Channel Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Les Bas-fonds worth watching?
- Les Bas-fonds holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drame, policier and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Les Bas-fonds?
- Les Bas-fonds stars Jean Gabin, Suzy Prim, Louis Jouvet, Jany Holt and Junie Astor.
- When was Les Bas-fonds released?
- Les Bas-fonds was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.