Manon (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1949, Manon is a thriller, drama, crime and adventure film directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Port of Marseille, France, recently liberated from the German yoke. Caught as stowaways aboard a ship, Manon, a young woman who was accused of collaborating with the Nazis, and Robert, a freedom fighter who saved her from reprisals, tell the captain about the many challenges they have had to face in order to survive.
Who’s in it. Manon stars Michel Auclair as Robert Dégrieux, Cécile Aubry as Manon Lescaut, Serge Reggiani as Léon Lescaut and Andrex as Smuggler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Manon has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Manon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Manon tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Manon (1949)?
- In US, Manon is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Manon worth watching?
- Manon holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Manon?
- Manon stars Michel Auclair, Cécile Aubry, Serge Reggiani, Andrex and André Valmy.
- When was Manon released?
- Manon was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.