The Counterfeiters of Paris
Originally released in 1961. The Counterfeiters of Paris is a crime/comedy film. directed by Gilles Grangier.
Starring Jean Gabin, Bernard Blier, and Maurice Biraud
Synopsis
"Le Dabe" retired many years ago and now he lives in the Tropics where he owns stables and horses. He is a very rich man. He was the king of all money counterfeiters. He is contacted from Paris to organize a new job. He says no. But when he finds out the the currency that should be counterfeited is the Dutch florin, he accepts immediately. He retired after having counterfeited 100 florin notes just before the Queen Wilhelmina retired them from circulation. He flies to Paris. But the gang is not to be trusted, at least not all of them.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 27, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (107 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Jean Gabin
as Ferdinand Maréchal, aka 'le Dabe'
Bernard Blier
as Charles Lepicard
Maurice Biraud
as Robert Mideau, aka 'le Cave'
Frank Villard
as Éric Masson
Antoine Balpêtré
as Lucas Malvoisin
Martine Carol
as Solange Mideau
Ginette Leclerc
as Léa Lepicard
Françoise Rosay
as Madame Pauline
Albert Dinan
as Commissioner Rémy
Gérard Buhr
as Inspector Martin
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Compagnia Cinematografica Mondiale (CCM)
- Cité Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Counterfeiters of Paris about?
"Le Dabe" retired many years ago and now he lives in the Tropics where he owns stables and horses. He is a very rich man. He was the king of all money counterfeiters. He is contacted from Paris to ...
Who directed The Counterfeiters of Paris?
The Counterfeiters of Paris was directed by Gilles Grangier.
How long is The Counterfeiters of Paris?
The Counterfeiters of Paris has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was The Counterfeiters of Paris released?
The Counterfeiters of Paris was released on September 27, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Counterfeiters of Paris?
The main cast of The Counterfeiters of Paris includes Jean Gabin, Bernard Blier, Maurice Biraud, Frank Villard, Antoine Balpêtré.
Is The Counterfeiters of Paris worth watching?
The Counterfeiters of Paris has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 107 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.