The Toy (1976)
1h 35m · 8 Dec 1976
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6.9/10
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When Francois, a journalist, tours a big store for an article, he is chosen by the son of the newspaper's owner, Rambal-Cochet, as his new toy. Needing money and unwilling to quit his job, Francois agrees to this ridiculous assignment. Gradually befriending the spoiled boy, he induces him to play at making a newspaper, unveiling publicly the tyrannical way of life of the father. The powerful emotional climax we experience with the child astonishes both men.
| Movie ID | 12815 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Comedy, Drama |
| Director | Francis Veber |
| Main cast | Pierre Richard, Michel Bouquet, Fabrice Greco, Jacques François, Daniel Ceccaldi, Charles Gérard, Michel Aumont, Gérard Jugnot |
| Release date | 8 December 1976 |
| Release year | 1976 |
| Language | French |
| Duration | 95 min (1h 35m) |
| Rating | 6.9 / 10 (TMDB) |
| Production house | Renn Productions |
Director: Francis Veber
Writers: Francis Veber
Top cast
Pierre RichardFrançois Perrin, journalist
Michel BouquetPierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman
Fabrice GrecoEric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre
Jacques FrançoisMr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaper
Daniel CeccaldiThe family man
Charles GérardThe photographer, colleague of François
Michel AumontGeorges Pouzier, owner of the toy store
Gérard JugnotPignier, journalist with sweaty hands
Suzy DysonChristine Rambal-Cochet, Pierre's young wife
Michel RobinThe butler
Michèle SandNicole Perrin, wife of François
Alix MahieuxThe governess
Lyne ChardonnetMiss Blond
Lyvia D'AlcheHostess
Yves BarsacqRobert
Bernard BauronnePilot
Serge BerryHead waiter
Éva DarlanThe press secretary
Fred DescampThe doorman
Marie FreyServant
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