La joyeuse prison
Originally released in 1956. La joyeuse prison is a comedy film. directed by André Berthomieu.
Starring Michel Simon, Ded Rysel, and Paulette Dubost
Synopsis
Benoit, the head guard of Clouville Prison, prefers to be liked than feared. This basic principle transforms the jail-house into a joyful prison, where all the inmates live amicably together. Among them, various colorful characters : a farmer, a poacher, a distiller, a forger, two pickpockets, a safe-cracker, a gangster and... a good-looking guy who pleases Rosette, Benoit's daughter, well. But too much leniency takes its toll : after Vauclin, the gangster, manages to escape and a complaint is filed against "the deplorable disorder reigning in the joyful prison", Benoit is given early retirement. He will know how to take advantage of his new status live a joyful life with his wife, his daughter and André, his son in law, in fact the nice-looking young prisoner who, in the meantime, has been cleared of all charges.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Michel Simon
as Benoit, chief guard
Ded Rysel
as Auguste Tuboeuf, inmate farmer
Paulette Dubost
as Justine Benoit
Lisette Lebon
as Rosette Benoit
Michel Roux
as André Chauvin
Christian Alers
as Sub-prefect
Georges Baconnet
as Ferdinand Bouchonnet
Francis Boyer
Henri Coutet
as Gustave
Robert Dalban
as Vauclin, inmate gangster
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- La Société des Films Sirius
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La joyeuse prison about?
Benoit, the head guard of Clouville Prison, prefers to be liked than feared. This basic principle transforms the jail-house into a joyful prison, where all the inmates live amicably together. Among...
Who directed La joyeuse prison?
La joyeuse prison was directed by André Berthomieu.
How long is La joyeuse prison?
La joyeuse prison has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was La joyeuse prison released?
La joyeuse prison was released on June 29, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in La joyeuse prison?
The main cast of La joyeuse prison includes Michel Simon, Ded Rysel, Paulette Dubost, Lisette Lebon, Michel Roux.