Le Trou
1960, French. Directed by Jacques Becker.
Poor Gaspard...
Four prison inmates have been hatching a plan to literally dig out of jail when another prisoner, Claude Gaspard, is moved into their cell. They take a risk and share their plan with the newcomer. Over the course of three days, the prisoners and friends break through the concrete floor using a bed post and begin to make their way through the sewer system – yet their escape is anything but assured.
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- NR
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8.2/10 from 611 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Le Trou
Le Trou is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jacques BeckerDirector
- Michel ConstantinGeo Cassine
- Jean KeraudyRoland Darban
- Philippe LeroyManu Borelli
- Raymond MeunierVossellin / Monseigneur
- Marc MichelClaude Gaspard
- Jean-Paul CoquelinLe lieutenant Grinval
- André BervilLe directeur de la prison
- Eddy RasimiBouboule
- Philippe DumatUn gardien
- Albert AugierUn gardien
- Jean BeckerUn gardien
- Raymond BourUn gardien
Details
- Released
- 18 March 1960
- Country
- France, Italy
- Written by
- José Giovanni, Jean Aurel, Jacques Becker
- Box office
- $33K
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Le Trou: quick answers
Is Le Trou worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.2/10 from 611 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Le Trou?
Le Trou runs 132 minutes (2h 12m).
Does Le Trou have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Le Trou. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Le Trou parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Le Trou is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Le Trou on?
Le Trou is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like Le Trou?
If you liked Le Trou, try Pickpocket, A Man Escaped, Shoot the Piano Player.
Who directed Le Trou?
Le Trou (1960) was directed by Jacques Becker and stars Michel Constantin, Jean Keraudy, Philippe Leroy.