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Grand Illusion (1937)

Movie ★ 7.9 114 min

A group of French soldiers, including the patrician Captain de Boeldieu and the working-class Lieutenant Maréchal, grapple with their own class differences after being captured and held in a World War I German prison camp. When the men are transferred to a high-security fortress, they must concoct a plan to escape beneath the watchful eye of aristocratic German officer von Rauffenstein, who has formed an unexpected bond with de Boeldieu.

Jean Renoir Director Charles Spaak Writer Jean Renoir Writer

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Quick facts

Released
June 18, 1937
Runtime
114 min
Rating
NR
Box office
$172,885
IMDb
tt0028950
Country
Studio
Réalisation d'Art Cinématographique

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Frequently asked questions

What is Grand Illusion about?
A group of French soldiers, including the patrician Captain de Boeldieu and the working-class Lieutenant Maréchal, grapple with their own class differences after being captured and held in a World War I German prison camp. When the men are transferred to a high-security fortress, they must concoct a plan to escape beneath the watchful eye of aristocratic German officer von Rauffenstein, who has formed an unexpected bond with de Boeldieu.
Who directed Grand Illusion?
Grand Illusion was directed by Jean Renoir.
Who stars in Grand Illusion?
Grand Illusion stars Jean Gabin, Dita Parlo, Pierre Fresnay, Erich von Stroheim.
When was Grand Illusion released?
Grand Illusion is a 1937 drama, history, war film.
Where can I watch Grand Illusion?
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