The New Rich
Originally released in 1938. The New Rich is a comedy film. directed by André Berthomieu. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Raimu, Michel Simon, and Betty Stockfeld
Synopsis
The workers Legendre and Martinet have won a large sum in the national lottery. Instead of squandering it, they had the good idea to invest it in industry. Happy in business, they soon find themselves at the head of a fortune. But their characters are very different. Legendre, who is brave and honest, narrowly escapes the malevolence of a couple of harlots. Martinet, his former work companion, has become a crooked and formidable financier. Both will face each other in court, the honesty of the first finally triumphing over the greed of the second.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 15, 1938
87 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Grands Films Artistiques
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The New Rich about?
The workers Legendre and Martinet have won a large sum in the national lottery. Instead of squandering it, they had the good idea to invest it in industry. Happy in business, they soon find themsel...
Who directed The New Rich?
The New Rich was directed by André Berthomieu.
How long is The New Rich?
The New Rich has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was The New Rich released?
The New Rich was released on June 15, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The New Rich?
The main cast of The New Rich includes Raimu, Michel Simon, Betty Stockfeld, Fernand Fabre, Marcel Maupi.