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The Miser

March 5, 1980 2h 5m 6.3/10 (452 votes)

Originally released in 1980. The Miser is a comedy film. directed by Jean Girault. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Louis de Funès, Michel Galabru, and Claude Gensac

Synopsis

The children of Harpagon, Cléante and his sister Elise, are each in love but they still haven’t spoken to their father yet. Harpagon is a miser who wants to choose the right man and the right woman for his children. Based on Molière’s play.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 5, 1980 45 years ago
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Runtime 2h 5m 125 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (452 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Les Films Christian Fechner

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Miser about?

The children of Harpagon, Cléante and his sister Elise, are each in love but they still haven’t spoken to their father yet. Harpagon is a miser who wants to choose the right man and the right wo...

Who directed The Miser?

The Miser was directed by Jean Girault.

How long is The Miser?

The Miser has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).

When was The Miser released?

The Miser was released on March 5, 1980 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Miser?

The main cast of The Miser includes Louis de Funès, Michel Galabru, Claude Gensac, Bernard Ménez, Guy Grosso.

Is The Miser worth watching?

The Miser has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 452 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.