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Strange Desire of Mr. Bard (1954)

Movie ★ 6.3 108 min

Comedy Drama

A terminally ill Mr. Bard, a casino bus driver forced to quit his job, miraculously wins a fortune playing roulette. Instantly becoming a millionaire, he wants to fulfill his life's dream: to become a father. This plan is opposed by his greedy relatives who would go any low to take this money away from him. They are being led by a small-time crook. Mr. Bard's natural shyness and good heart lead him to the journey of self-exploration and finding his true love.

René Barjavel Writer Géza von Radványi Director

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Released
January 4, 1954
Runtime
108 min
IMDb
tt0046572
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Cast

Michel Simon Michel Simon Auguste Bard Louis de Funès Louis de Funès M. Chanteau Yves Deniaud Yves Deniaud Antonio Geneviève Page Geneviève Page Donata Georgette Anys Georgette Anys Paul Demange Paul Demange Paul Frankeur Paul Frankeur Henri Arius Henri Arius Maurice Bénard Maurice Bénard Lucien Callamand Lucien Callamand Yvonne Claudie Yvonne Claudie Jean Clément Claudio Ermelli Claudio Ermelli Jacques Erwin Jacques Erwin Michel Gerbier Colette Ravel Colette Ricard Jacques Robin

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Frequently asked questions

What is Strange Desire of Mr. Bard about?
A terminally ill Mr. Bard, a casino bus driver forced to quit his job, miraculously wins a fortune playing roulette. Instantly becoming a millionaire, he wants to fulfill his life's dream: to become a father. This plan is opposed by his greedy relatives who would go any low to take this money away from him. They are being led by a small-time crook. Mr. Bard's natural shyness and good heart lead him to the journey of self-exploration and finding his true love.
Who directed Strange Desire of Mr. Bard?
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard was directed by Géza von Radványi.
Who stars in Strange Desire of Mr. Bard?
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard stars Michel Simon, Louis de Funès, Yves Deniaud, Geneviève Page.
When was Strange Desire of Mr. Bard released?
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard is a 1954 comedy, drama film.
Where can I watch Strange Desire of Mr. Bard?
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