The Creation of the World (1958): Cast
The Creation of the World is a 1958 animated comedy directed by Eduard Hofman, starring François Périer, Jan Werich and Martine Sarcey. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 27m (87 min)
- Director
- Eduard Hofman
- Original language
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Czech - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Creation of the World About?
The premise of The Creation of the World without spoilers.
Among the earliest French animated feature films, it was actually produced in Czechoslovakia and directed by Eduard Hofman. Based on Jean Effel’s five‑book series, the film mirrors the caricaturist’s drawing style. It presents a comic take on the six‑day creation of the universe, with the devil humorously intervening in his own way.
The Creation of the World Themes & Keywords
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- czech adaptation of french source material
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- foreign adaptation of french source material
- psychotronic comedy
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- dialog in verse
- female nudity
- male nudity
- nudity
- reference to adam and eve
- reference to adam
- adam and eve
- apple
- snake
- devil
- cherub
- reference to god
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The Creation of the World Cast & Characters
François Périer leads the cast, with Jan Werich as Narrator (voice) and Martine Sarcey. Directed by Eduard Hofman; 5 actors are credited in all.
- Director Eduard Hofman
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François Périer - Jan Werich as Narrator (voice)
- Martine Sarcey
- Georges Aminel
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The Creation of the World FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Creation of the World, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Creation of the World?
The Creation of the World runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).
When was The Creation of the World released?
The Creation of the World was released on April 4, 1958.
Who directed The Creation of the World?
The Creation of the World was directed by Eduard Hofman.
More films by Eduard Hofman Who is in the cast of The Creation of the World?
The Creation of the World stars François Périer, Jan Werich as Narrator (voice) and Martine Sarcey, among 5 credited actors.
Does The Creation of the World have a post-credit scene?
No. The Creation of the World has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Creation of the World in?
The original language of The Creation of the World is Czech.
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