Volpone
Originally released in 1941. Volpone is a comedy film. directed by Jacques de Baroncelli.
Starring Harry Baur, Louis Jouvet, and Charles Dullin
Synopsis
Volpone, an elderly Venetian, connives with his money-crazed servant to convince his greedy friends that he is dying, knowing that each will try to curry favor with him in order to be named his heir. He is inundated with valuable gifts, and soon finds himself entangled deeper and deeper in a web of lies.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 10, 1941
84 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (10 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Harry Baur
as Volpone
Louis Jouvet
as Mosca
Charles Dullin
as Corbaccio
Fernand Ledoux
as Corvino
Marion Dorian
as Canina
Alexandre Rignault
as Le capitaine Leone Corbaccio
Jean Témerson
as Voltore (as Témerson)
Jacqueline Delubac
as Colomba Corvino
Louis Frémont
as Le juge
Robert Seller
as Le chef des sbires
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Ile de France Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Volpone about?
Volpone, an elderly Venetian, connives with his money-crazed servant to convince his greedy friends that he is dying, knowing that each will try to curry favor with him in order to be named his hei...
Who directed Volpone?
Volpone was directed by Jacques de Baroncelli.
How long is Volpone?
Volpone has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was Volpone released?
Volpone was released on May 10, 1941 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Volpone?
The main cast of Volpone includes Harry Baur, Louis Jouvet, Charles Dullin, Fernand Ledoux, Marion Dorian.