Movie

French Without Tears

“They Took Their French in One "Knee-sy" Lesson!”

★ 7.0(4)19401h 26m

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Good to know

Director: Anthony Asquith
Release date: 1940-02-02
Runtime: 1h 26m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Two Cities Films

About French Without Tears

French Without Tears is a 1940 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Anthony Asquith, starring Ray Milland, Ellen Drew and Janine Darcey. It has a runtime of 1 hour 26 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch French Without Tears in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

It is based on the popular West End stage comedy by Terrence Rattigan. It all begins when Diana (Ellen Drew), the sister of a British boy studying in France, arrives in town to flirt with all of her brothers' schoolmates. Alan (Ray Milland), one of the students, successfully resists Diana's charms-meaning of course that Alan and Diana will be in each other's arms by fadeout time. (AllMovie)

Cast

Ray Milland

Alan Howard

Ellen Drew

Diana Lake

Janine Darcey

Jacqueline Maingot

David Tree

Chris Neilan

Roland Culver

Cmdr. Bill Rogers

Guy Middleton

Brian Curtis

Kenneth Morgan

Kenneth Lake

Margaret Yarde

Marianne

Toni Gable

Chi-Chi

Jim Gérald

Professor Maingot

Mantovani

Himself - Orchestra Leader

Stella Roberts

Herself - Vocalist, Mantovani Orchestra

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch French Without Tears in Canada?+

French Without Tears is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is French Without Tears on Netflix?+

French Without Tears is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is French Without Tears?+

French Without Tears has a runtime of 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

Who stars in French Without Tears?+

French Without Tears stars Ray Milland, Ellen Drew, Janine Darcey, David Tree and Roland Culver.

When did French Without Tears come out?+

French Without Tears is a 1940 movie directed by Anthony Asquith.

What genre is French Without Tears?+

French Without Tears is Comedy film.

Who directed French Without Tears?+

French Without Tears was directed by Anthony Asquith.