The 400 Blows
"Angel faces hell-bent for violence."
Originally released in 1959. The 400 Blows is a drama film. directed by François Truffaut.
Starring Jean-Pierre Léaud, Claire Maurier, and Albert Rémy
Synopsis
For young Parisian boy Antoine Doinel, life is one difficult situation after another. Surrounded by inconsiderate adults, including his neglectful parents, Antoine spends his days with his best friend, Rene, trying to plan for a better life. When one of their schemes goes awry, Antoine ends up in trouble with the law, leading to even more conflicts with unsympathetic authority figures.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 3, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 39m
99 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (2,264 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jean-Pierre Léaud
as Antoine Doinel
Claire Maurier
as Gilberte Doinel
Albert Rémy
as Julien Doinel
Georges Flamant
as Mr. Bigey
Patrick Auffay
as René
Robert Beauvais
as Director of the school
Yvonne Claudie
as Mme Bigey
Pierre Repp
as English Teacher
Guy Decomble
as French Teacher
Daniel Couturier
as Betrand Mauricet
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films du Carrosse
- Sédif Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The 400 Blows about?
For young Parisian boy Antoine Doinel, life is one difficult situation after another. Surrounded by inconsiderate adults, including his neglectful parents, Antoine spends his days with his best fri...
Who directed The 400 Blows?
The 400 Blows was directed by François Truffaut.
How long is The 400 Blows?
The 400 Blows has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
When was The 400 Blows released?
The 400 Blows was released on June 3, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The 400 Blows?
The main cast of The 400 Blows includes Jean-Pierre Léaud, Claire Maurier, Albert Rémy, Georges Flamant, Patrick Auffay.
Is The 400 Blows worth watching?
The 400 Blows has a user rating of 8.0/10 based on 2,264 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.