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The Troubles of Alfred (1972): Cast

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The Troubles of Alfred is a 1972 comedy starring Pierre Richard as Alfred Dhumonttiey, Robert Dalban and Jean Carmet. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes.

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The Troubles of Alfred (1972) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Genre
Comedy
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Troubles of Alfred About?

The premise of The Troubles of Alfred without spoilers.

After a failed suicide attempt—derailed by police who also stop a nearby woman’s attempt—Alfred, left homeless, as his options dwindle, is taken in by the young woman who rescued him. He soon joins a Parisian sports team, only to find his bad luck transferred to a corrupt television executive who schemes to rig the game and ensure his team’s defeat.

The Troubles of Alfred Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • slapstick
  • unlucky
  • cub
  • competition
  • paris france
  • french
  • depression
  • satire
  • announcer
  • television
  • quiz show
  • suicide attempt
+38 more
  • hammock
  • bad luck
  • character name in title
  • neo screwball comedy
  • satire comedy
  • shot in the butt
  • butt injury
  • gunshot
  • forest
  • suicidal woman
  • policeman
  • starring curly haired male
  • slapstick humor
  • fantasy sequence
  • fantasy scene
  • suicidal man
  • europe
  • jumping off a bridge
  • co written by cast member
  • directed by cast member
  • church
  • woods
  • european comedy
  • running through the woods
  • jumping into a river
  • male name in title
  • french comedy
  • monastery
  • directed by star
  • police car
  • attempted suicide
  • character says i love you
  • wet clothes
  • nun
  • suicidal
  • shooting
  • animated credits
  • jumping into water
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Cast & crew

The Troubles of Alfred Cast & Characters

Pierre Richard leads the cast as Alfred Dhumonttiey, with Robert Dalban as Gustave, le chauffeur de Morel and Jean Carmet as Paul.

Also Starring in The Troubles of Alfred

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The Troubles of Alfred Also Known As

9 alternative titles, including “Alfred, die Knallerbse” and “Злоключения Альфреда”.

Also known as
  • Alfred, die Knallerbse
  • Злоключения Альфреда
  • Alto, biondo e... con 6 matti intorno
  • Balszerencsés Alfréd
  • Život plný malérů
  • 不幸的阿尔弗莱德
  • Nieszczęścia Alfreda
  • Альфредові нещастя
  • Alfredo nesėkmės

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The Troubles of Alfred FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Troubles of Alfred, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Troubles of Alfred?

The Troubles of Alfred runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was The Troubles of Alfred released?

The Troubles of Alfred was released on March 1, 1972.

Who is in the cast of The Troubles of Alfred?

The Troubles of Alfred stars Pierre Richard as Alfred Dhumonttiey, Robert Dalban as Gustave, le chauffeur de Morel and Jean Carmet as Paul, among 26 credited actors.

Does The Troubles of Alfred have a post-credit scene?

No. The Troubles of Alfred has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Troubles of Alfred in?

The original language of The Troubles of Alfred is French.

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