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Bob le Flambeur (1956)

Movie ★ 7.3 103 min

Drama Action Crime

In Paris, Bob Montagne is practically synonymous with gambling -- and winning. He is kind, classy and well-liked by virtually everyone in town, including police inspector Ledru. However, when Bob's luck turns sour, he begins to lose friends and makes the most desperate gamble of his life: to rob the Deauville casino during Grand Prix weekend, when the vaults are full. Unfortunately, Bob soon learns that the game is rigged and the cops are on to him.

Jean-Pierre Melville Director Jean-Pierre Melville Writer Auguste Le Breton Writer

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Quick facts

Released
August 24, 1956
Runtime
103 min
Rating
PG
Box office
$41,010
IMDb
tt0047892
Country
Language
,
Studio
Productions Cyme, Mondial, Play Art

Themes

Cast

Roger Duchesne Roger Duchesne Robert 'Bob le Flambeur' Montagné Isabelle Corey Anne Daniel Cauchy Daniel Cauchy Paulo Gérard Buhr Marc Guy Decomble Guy Decomble Police Commissary Ledru Claude Cerval Claude Cerval Jean, the Croupier Howard Vernon Howard Vernon McKimmie, the Sponsor Colette Fleury Colette Fleury Suzanne, Jean's Girlfriend Simone Paris Simone Paris Yvonne René Havard René Havard Inspector Morin André Garet Roger Jean-Pierre Melville Jean-Pierre Melville Narrator (voice) (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Bob le Flambeur about?
In Paris, Bob Montagne is practically synonymous with gambling -- and winning. He is kind, classy and well-liked by virtually everyone in town, including police inspector Ledru. However, when Bob's luck turns sour, he begins to lose friends and makes the most desperate gamble of his life: to rob the Deauville casino during Grand Prix weekend, when the vaults are full. Unfortunately, Bob soon learns that the game is rigged and the cops are on to him.
Who directed Bob le Flambeur?
Bob le Flambeur was directed by Jean-Pierre Melville.
Who stars in Bob le Flambeur?
Bob le Flambeur stars Roger Duchesne, Isabelle Corey, Daniel Cauchy, Gérard Buhr.
When was Bob le Flambeur released?
Bob le Flambeur is a 1956 drama, action, crime film.
Where can I watch Bob le Flambeur?
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