Daybreak
1939, French. Directed by Marcel Carné.
After committing a murder, a man locks himself in his apartment and recollects the events that led him to the killing.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Daybreak is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Marcel CarnéDirector
- Jean GabinFrançois
- Jacqueline LaurentFrançoise
- Jules BerryM. Valentin
- ArlettyClara
- Mady BerryLa concierge
- René GéninLe concierge
- Arthur DevèreM. Gerbois
- René BergeronLe patron du café
- Bernard BlierGaston
- Germaine LixLa chanteuse
- Gabrielle FontanLa vieille dame dans l'escalier
- Jacques BaumerLe commissaire
Details
- Released
- 9 June 1939
- Original title
- Le jour se lève
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Jacques Viot, Jacques Prévert
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Daybreak: quick answers
Is Daybreak worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 259 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Daybreak?
Daybreak runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Daybreak have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Daybreak. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Daybreak parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Daybreak yet.
Which OTT platform is Daybreak on?
Daybreak is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 1 November 2026.)
What movies are like Daybreak?
If you liked Daybreak, try Pasha, Panic, Plunder Road.
Who directed Daybreak?
Daybreak (1939) was directed by Marcel Carné and stars Jean Gabin, Jacqueline Laurent, Jules Berry.