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The Stud (1970): Cast

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The Stud is a 1970 comedy directed by Jean-Pierre Mocky, starring Bourvil as William Chaminade, Francis Blanche and Michael Lonsdale. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes.

The Stud (1970) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Genre
Comedy
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Stud About?

The premise of The Stud without spoilers.

While on a tranquil holiday in the South of France, veterinary surgeon William Chaminade witnesses a young woman attempt suicide from a hotel window. Rescued by a passing athlete, she confides that her husband’s indifference drove her despair. Inspired, Chaminade launches a state‑funded pleasure centre to meet such romantic needs, only to attract the scrutiny of zealous tax inspector Dupuis.

The Stud Themes & Keywords

· 32 tags
  • adultery
  • virtue
  • visionary vs reactionary
  • french national assembly
  • sexual liberation
  • public health
  • congressman
  • hiding from police
  • sexual dissatisfaction
  • outdoor sex
  • beach
  • beach hut
+20 more
  • police officer
  • cuckold
  • medical experiment
  • man in disguise
  • male rear nudity
  • cross dressing
  • sexual frustration
  • loveless sex
  • male prostitution
  • bored wife
  • veterinarian
  • sexual desire
  • jumping off a balcony
  • sexually aggressive woman
  • married woman
  • tax collector
  • summer vacation
  • 1960s
  • south of france
  • animal in title
Cast & crew

The Stud Cast & Characters

Bourvil leads the cast as William Chaminade, with Francis Blanche as Tax collector Dupuis and Michael Lonsdale as Commissioner Donald Both. Directed by Jean-Pierre Mocky; 36 actors are credited in all.

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FAQ

The Stud FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is The Stud?

The Stud runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was The Stud released?

The Stud was released on February 13, 1970.

Who directed The Stud?

The Stud was directed by Jean-Pierre Mocky.

More films by Jean-Pierre Mocky

Who is in the cast of The Stud?

The Stud stars Bourvil as William Chaminade, Francis Blanche as Tax collector Dupuis and Michael Lonsdale as Commissioner Donald Both, among 36 credited actors.

Does The Stud have a post-credit scene?

No. The Stud has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Stud in?

The original language of The Stud is French.

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