Maid in Paris
"A bedtime story for adults"
Originally released in 1956. Maid in Paris is a comedy film. directed by Pierre Gaspard-Huit.
Starring Dany Robin, Daniel Gélin, and Tilda Thamar
Synopsis
Penelope Benson, known as Penny, is both romantic and determined. Put in a select boarding school by her mother, she takes advantage of a trip to Paris to get away from it all and live her own life. That's how she meets Antoine du Merlet, whom she takes for a young hoodlum when in fact he's a police superintendent. She spends the night at his place, which leads to a number of setbacks for poor Antoine, who is stigmatized by the headmistress, abandoned by his mistress and has to face a strip-tease session starring the unconscious Penny... But Penny's a spicy one and Antoine's a nice guy, so... !
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Dany Robin
as Penny Benson
Daniel Gélin
as Antoine du Merlet
Tilda Thamar
as Gloria Benson
Mary Marquet
as Mme. Bernemal
Marie Daëms
as Claude
Maryse Martin
as Germaine
François Guérin
as Jean-Pierre
Robert Murzeau
as Le monsieur fauché
Micheline Gary
as Une pensionnaire
Michel Etcheverry
as Le commissaire des mineurs
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Boréal Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maid in Paris about?
Penelope Benson, known as Penny, is both romantic and determined. Put in a select boarding school by her mother, she takes advantage of a trip to Paris to get away from it all and live her own life...
Who directed Maid in Paris?
Maid in Paris was directed by Pierre Gaspard-Huit.
How long is Maid in Paris?
Maid in Paris has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Maid in Paris released?
Maid in Paris was released on January 20, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Maid in Paris?
The main cast of Maid in Paris includes Dany Robin, Daniel Gélin, Tilda Thamar, Mary Marquet, Marie Daëms.