Heartbeat
Originally released in 1938. Heartbeat is a comedy film. directed by Marcel Pagnol. With a runtime of 2h 12m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Fernandel, Fernand Charpin, and Henri Poupon
Synopsis
A pompous grocer’s assistant in Marseille annoys a visiting film crew so much that they prank him with a phony acting contract; believing it to be real, the “schpountz” heads to Paris for his new career.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 15, 1938
87 years ago
Runtime
2h 12m
132 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (51 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Fernandel
as Irénée Fabre, 'le Schpountz'
Fernand Charpin
as Uncle Baptiste Fabre
Henri Poupon
as Galubert
Orane Demazis
as Françoise
Léon Belières
as Meyerboom
Jean Castan
as Casimir Fabre
Odette Roger
as Aunt Clarisse Fabre
Charles Blavette
as Martelette
Enrico Glori
as Bogidar Glazunoff
Marcel Maupi
as Bartender
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films Marcel Pagnol
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heartbeat about?
A pompous grocer’s assistant in Marseille annoys a visiting film crew so much that they prank him with a phony acting contract; believing it to be real, the “schpountz” heads to Paris for his...
Who directed Heartbeat?
Heartbeat was directed by Marcel Pagnol.
How long is Heartbeat?
Heartbeat has a runtime of 2 hours and 12 minutes (132 minutes total).
When was Heartbeat released?
Heartbeat was released on April 15, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Heartbeat?
The main cast of Heartbeat includes Fernandel, Fernand Charpin, Henri Poupon, Orane Demazis, Léon Belières.