The Man Who Laughs
2012, French. Directed by Jean-Pierre Améris.
During a winter storm, Ursus offers shelter to two orphans, Gwynplaine and Déa; some years later, they are still living together. Gwynplaine has become a famous star, but his success threatens his relationships with Déa and Ursus.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 91 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Jean-Pierre AmérisDirector
- Gérard DepardieuUrsus
- Marc-André GrondinGwynplaine
- Emmanuelle SeignerJosiane
- Christa ThéretDéa
- Arben BajraktarajHardquanone
- Serge MerlinBarkilphedro
- Christèle TualClémence
- Swann ArlaudSylvain
- Fanie ZaniniDéa - enfant
- Romain MorelliGwynplaine - enfant
- Josef BradnaLe Bossu
- Pierre PeyrichoutHomme de cour
Details
- Released
- 26 December 2012
- Original title
- L'homme qui rit
- Country
- France, Czech Republic
- Written by
- Guillaume Laurant
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What The Man Who Laughs is based on
The Man Who Laughs is based on The Man Who Laughs (1869) by Victor Hugo.
1869
The Man Who Laughs
By Victor Hugo
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The Man Who Laughs: quick answers
Is The Man Who Laughs worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 91 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Man Who Laughs?
The Man Who Laughs runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does The Man Who Laughs have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Man Who Laughs. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Man Who Laughs parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Man Who Laughs yet.
Which OTT platform is The Man Who Laughs on?
The Man Who Laughs isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 26 December 2012. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Man Who Laughs?
If you liked The Man Who Laughs, try Adopt a Highway, Brother, The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds.
Who directed The Man Who Laughs?
The Man Who Laughs (2012) was directed by Jean-Pierre Améris and stars Gérard Depardieu, Marc-André Grondin, Emmanuelle Seigner.
What is The Man Who Laughs based on?
The Man Who Laughs is based on The Man Who Laughs (1869) by Victor Hugo.