The Devil Who Limped
Originally released in 1948. The Devil Who Limped is a history film. directed by Sacha Guitry. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Sacha Guitry, Lana Marconi, and Émile Drain
Synopsis
The film is a 125-minute, black-and-white biography of French priest and diplomat Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Périgord (1754–1838), who served for 50 years under five different French regimes: the Absolute Monarchy, the Revolution, the Consulate, the Empire, and the Constitutional Monarchy. Its title comes from one of the main historical nicknames for Talleyrand, that he shares with demon king Asmodeus and English poet Lord Byron.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 11, 1948
77 years ago
Runtime
2h 5m
125 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (13 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sacha Guitry
as Talleyrand
Lana Marconi
as Madame Grand
Émile Drain
as Emperor Napoléon I
Jeanne Fusier-Gir
as Marie-Thérèse Champignon
Pauline Carton
as Palmist
Renée Devillers
as Duchess of Dino
Maurice Schutz
as Voltaire
Henry Laverne
as King Louis XVIII
Maurice Teynac
as King Charles X
Philippe Richard
as King Louis-Philippe
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Union Cinématographique Lyonnaise (UCIL)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Devil Who Limped about?
The film is a 125-minute, black-and-white biography of French priest and diplomat Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Périgord (1754–1838), who served for 50 years under five different French regimes:...
Who directed The Devil Who Limped?
The Devil Who Limped was directed by Sacha Guitry.
How long is The Devil Who Limped?
The Devil Who Limped has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).
When was The Devil Who Limped released?
The Devil Who Limped was released on July 11, 1948 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Devil Who Limped?
The main cast of The Devil Who Limped includes Sacha Guitry, Lana Marconi, Émile Drain, Jeanne Fusier-Gir, Pauline Carton.