Movie

Daybreak

★ 7.6(253)19391h 33m

Daybreak is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 21 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Marcel Carné
Release date: 1939-06-09
Runtime: 1h 33m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Productions Sigma

Daybreak — trailer

About Daybreak

Daybreak is a 1939 movie in the Crime and Drama genres, directed by Marcel Carné, starring Jean Gabin, Jacqueline Laurent and Jules Berry. It has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.6/10 from 253 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Daybreak in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After committing a murder, a man locks himself in his apartment and recollects the events that led him to the killing.

Cast

Jean Gabin

François

Jacqueline Laurent

Françoise

Jules Berry

M. Valentin

Arletty

Clara

Mady Berry

La concierge

René Génin

Le concierge

Arthur Devère

M. Gerbois

René Bergeron

Le patron du café

Bernard Blier

Gaston

Germaine Lix

La chanteuse

Gabrielle Fontan

La vieille dame dans l'escalier

Jacques Baumer

Le commissaire

Themes & keywords

jealousyromanceflashbackfilm noirmurderfrench noirdog trainerpolice standoff

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Daybreak in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Daybreak on Criterion Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is Daybreak on Netflix?+

Daybreak is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Criterion Channel.

How long is Daybreak?+

Daybreak has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

Who stars in Daybreak?+

Daybreak stars Jean Gabin, Jacqueline Laurent, Jules Berry, Arletty and Mady Berry.

When did Daybreak come out?+

Daybreak is a 1939 movie directed by Marcel Carné.

What genre is Daybreak?+

Daybreak is Crime and Drama film.

Who directed Daybreak?+

Daybreak was directed by Marcel Carné.