Méphisto
Originally released in 1931. Méphisto is a drama film. directed by Georges Vinter. With a runtime of 2h 44m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jean Gabin, René Navarre, and Janine Ronceray
Synopsis
On his wedding night with Hilda Bergmann, the daughter of a swedish chemist, the young and rich american Willy Keanton is stabbed by an unidentified masked man. He kidnaps the young woman, who is found later on by the count Robert d'Arbel. The detective Jacques Miral, nicknamed « the pointed tower's ferret » is put in charge of the case. Soon, he discovers that an international bandit, Méphisto, seeks to seize the formula of a process against asphyxiating gas, invented by professor Bergmann. The struggle is tough between Miral and the uncatchable Méphisto. Monique Aubray, Keanton's secretary and engaged to the detective, the Nostradamus stallholders and the « mastiff of Bordeaux », and the famous novelist Fortuné Bidon are also involved in the case...
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 17, 1931
94 years ago
Runtime
2h 44m
164 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Jean Gabin
as Jacques Miral
René Navarre
as le professeur Bergmann
Janine Ronceray
as Hilda Bergmann
Viviane Elder
as Monique Aubray
Lucien Callamand
as Fortuné Bidon
André Marnay
as Richard
Hélène Terpsé
as la femme X
Alexandre Mihalesco
as Nostradamus
Mathilde Alberti
as Mme Palmarède
France Dhélia
as Fanoche
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films Osso
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Méphisto about?
On his wedding night with Hilda Bergmann, the daughter of a swedish chemist, the young and rich american Willy Keanton is stabbed by an unidentified masked man. He kidnaps the young woman, who is f...
Who directed Méphisto?
Méphisto was directed by Georges Vinter.
How long is Méphisto?
Méphisto has a runtime of 2 hours and 44 minutes (164 minutes total).
When was Méphisto released?
Méphisto was released on April 17, 1931 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Méphisto?
The main cast of Méphisto includes Jean Gabin, René Navarre, Janine Ronceray, Viviane Elder, Lucien Callamand.