The Sad Sack
Originally released in 1928. The Sad Sack is a comedy film. directed by Jean Renoir. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Georges Pomiès, Michel Simon, and Félix Oudart
Synopsis
The tale of a rich, flaky poet and his servant who both join the army and wind up in the same barracks.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 18, 1928
97 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (10 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Georges Pomiès
as Jean Dubois d'Ombelles
Michel Simon
as Joseph Turlot
Félix Oudart
as le Colonel Brochard
Jean Storm
as Lieutenant Daumel
Paul Velsa
as Colonel Bourrache
Louis Zellas
as Muflot
Fridette Fatton
as Georgette
Jeanne Helbling
as Solange Blondin
Kinny Dorlay
as Lily
Manuel Raaby
as L'Adjudant
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Néo-Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sad Sack about?
The tale of a rich, flaky poet and his servant who both join the army and wind up in the same barracks.
Who directed The Sad Sack?
The Sad Sack was directed by Jean Renoir.
How long is The Sad Sack?
The Sad Sack has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was The Sad Sack released?
The Sad Sack was released on July 18, 1928 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sad Sack?
The main cast of The Sad Sack includes Georges Pomiès, Michel Simon, Félix Oudart, Jean Storm, Paul Velsa.