Le Plaisir
1952, French. Directed by Max Ophüls.
Three stories about pleasure. The first one is about a man hiding his age behind a mask to keep going to balls and fancying women - pleasure and youth. Then comes the long tale of Madame Tellier taking her girls (whores) to the country for attending her niece's communion - pleasure and purity. And lastly, Jean the painter falls in love with his model - pleasure and death.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Le Plaisir is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Max OphülsDirector
- Claude Dauphinle docteur
- Gaby MorlayDenise - la femme d'Ambroise
- Madeleine RenaudJulia Tellier
- Ginette LeclercMadame Flora dite Balançoire
- Mila ParélyMadame Raphaële
- Danielle DarrieuxMadame Rosa
- Pierre BrasseurJulien Ledentu
- Jean GabinJoseph Rivet
- Jean Servaisl'ami de Jean
- Daniel GélinJean
- Simone SimonJoséphine
- Philippe de ChériseyFrédéric
Details
- Released
- 29 February 1952
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Jacques Natanson
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Le Plaisir: quick answers
Is Le Plaisir worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 143 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Le Plaisir?
Le Plaisir runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does Le Plaisir have a post-credits scene?
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Le Plaisir parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Le Plaisir on?
Le Plaisir is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Le Plaisir?
If you liked Le Plaisir, try Everybody Loves Jeanne, Chéri, The Best Years of a Life.
Who directed Le Plaisir?
Le Plaisir (1952) was directed by Max Ophüls and stars Claude Dauphin, Gaby Morlay, Madeleine Renaud.