Movie

L'Assommoir

★ 5.9(9)190836m

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Good to know

Director: Albert Capellani
Release date: 1908-12-21
Runtime: 36m
Language: No Language
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Société cinématographique des auteurs et gens de lettres (SCAGL)

About L'Assommoir

L'Assommoir is a 1908 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Albert Capellani, starring Alexandre Arquillière, Jacques Grétillat and Jacques Varennes. It has a runtime of 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch L'Assommoir in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Everyman Coupeau's attempts to stop drinking are routinely thwarted by the wicked and vengeful Virginie. Based on Zola's novel, Capellani's film is about the free fall of a group of working-class French folk into degradation and tragedy due to carelessness, jealousy, and alcohol abuse. At the time of its release, L'Assommoir was hugely successful.

Cast

Alexandre Arquillière

Coupeau

Jacques Grétillat

Lantier

Jacques Varennes

Gabrielle Réjane

Eugénie Nau

Gervaise

Antoine

Henri Gouget

Catherine Fonteney

Virginie

Mansuelle

Mes-Bottes

Bazin

Bec-Salé

Lucien Callamand

Bibi

Irma Perrot

Madame Boche

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch L'Assommoir in United Kingdom?+

L'Assommoir is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Kingdom. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is L'Assommoir on Netflix?+

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How long is L'Assommoir?+

L'Assommoir has a runtime of 36 minutes (36 minutes).

Who stars in L'Assommoir?+

L'Assommoir stars Alexandre Arquillière, Jacques Grétillat, Jacques Varennes, Gabrielle Réjane and Eugénie Nau.

When did L'Assommoir come out?+

L'Assommoir is a 1908 movie directed by Albert Capellani.

What genre is L'Assommoir?+

L'Assommoir is Drama film.

Who directed L'Assommoir?+

L'Assommoir was directed by Albert Capellani.