La Bête Humaine movie poster

La Bête Humaine

December 23, 1938 1h 38m 7.1/10 (233 votes)

Originally released in 1938. La Bête Humaine is a drama/romance film. directed by Jean Renoir.

Starring Jean Gabin, Simone Simon, and Fernand Ledoux

Synopsis

Returning by train to the French port of Le Havre, Jacques Lantier, a tormented railwayman, meets by chance the impulsive stationmaster Roubard and Séverine, his wife.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 23, 1938 87 years ago
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Runtime 1h 38m 98 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (233 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Paris Film Production

Frequently Asked Questions

What is La Bête Humaine about?

Returning by train to the French port of Le Havre, Jacques Lantier, a tormented railwayman, meets by chance the impulsive stationmaster Roubard and Séverine, his wife.

Who directed La Bête Humaine?

La Bête Humaine was directed by Jean Renoir.

How long is La Bête Humaine?

La Bête Humaine has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).

When was La Bête Humaine released?

La Bête Humaine was released on December 23, 1938 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in La Bête Humaine?

The main cast of La Bête Humaine includes Jean Gabin, Simone Simon, Fernand Ledoux, Julien Carette, Blanchette Brunoy.

Is La Bête Humaine worth watching?

La Bête Humaine has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 233 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.