Strange Desire of Mr. Bard (1954): Cast
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard is a 1954 comedy drama directed by Géza von Radványi, starring Michel Simon as Auguste Bard, Geneviève Page and Louis de Funès. It runs 1 hour 48 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 48m (108 min)
- Director
- Géza von Radványi
- Original language
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French - Studio
- UGC Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Strange Desire of Mr. Bard About?
The premise of Strange Desire of Mr. Bard without spoilers.
Facing a terminal illness, former casino‑bus driver Mr. Bard quits his job, but a lucky roulette win makes him an instant millionaire. Determined to fulfill his lifelong wish of becoming a father, he battles greedy relatives led by a petty criminal who aim to steal his fortune. His shy nature guides him on a journey of self‑discovery and love.
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard Themes & Keywords
· 1 tag- character name in title
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard Cast & Characters
Michel Simon leads the cast as Auguste Bard, with Geneviève Page as Donata and Louis de Funès as M. Chanteau. Directed by Géza von Radványi; 19 actors are credited in all.
- Director Géza von Radványi
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Michel Simon as Auguste Bard -
Geneviève Page as Donata - Louis de Funès as M. Chanteau
- Paul Frankeur
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Strange Desire of Mr. Bard Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Странное желание господина Бара” and “Lo strano desiderio del signor Bard”.
- Also known as
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- Странное желание господина Бара
- Lo strano desiderio del signor Bard
- Monsieur Bard különös óhaja
- Dziwne pragnienia pana Bard
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Strange Desire of Mr. Bard FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Strange Desire of Mr. Bard, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Strange Desire of Mr. Bard?
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard runs 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).
When was Strange Desire of Mr. Bard released?
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard was released on January 4, 1954.
Who directed Strange Desire of Mr. Bard?
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard was directed by Géza von Radványi.
More films by Géza von Radványi Who is in the cast of Strange Desire of Mr. Bard?
Strange Desire of Mr. Bard stars Michel Simon as Auguste Bard, Geneviève Page as Donata and Louis de Funès as M. Chanteau, among 19 credited actors.
Does Strange Desire of Mr. Bard have a post-credit scene?
No. Strange Desire of Mr. Bard has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Strange Desire of Mr. Bard in?
The original language of Strange Desire of Mr. Bard is French.
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