The Lower Depths
1936, French. Directed by Jean Renoir.
From the world-famous play by MAXIM GORKI
Inhabitants of a flophouse struggle to survive under the harsh treatment imposed by the landlord, Kostyleva. One resident, young thief Wasska Pepel, ends his affair with the landlord's wife, Vassilissa, and takes up with her sister, Natacha. Pepel also befriends the baron, a former nobleman fallen on hard times, but Pepel's attempts at happiness are complicated when he's accused of murder by a spiteful Vassilissa.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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The Lower Depths is streaming on Criterion Channel and France Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jean RenoirDirector
- Jean GabinPepel Wasska
- Suzy PrimVassilissa Kostyleva
- Louis JouvetLe baron
- Jany HoltNastia, la prostituée
- Junie AstorNatacha, la sœur de Vassilissa
- Nathalie Alexeief-DarsèneAnna
- Vladimir Sokoloffle vieux Kostileff
- Robert Le Viganl'acteur alcoolique
- Camille Bertle comte
- André Gabriellole commissaire Toptoum
- René GéninLukas, le philosophe
- Léon LariveFélix, le valet de chambre du baron
Details
- Released
- 11 December 1936
- Original title
- Les Bas-fonds
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Jean Renoir, Evgeny Zamyatin, Jacques Companéez
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What The Lower Depths is based on
The Lower Depths is based on The Lower Depths (1903) by Maxim Gorky.
1903
The Lower Depths
By Maxim Gorky
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The Lower Depths: quick answers
Is The Lower Depths worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 85 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Lower Depths?
The Lower Depths runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does The Lower Depths have a post-credits scene?
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The Lower Depths parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is The Lower Depths on?
The Lower Depths is streaming on Criterion Channel and France Channel in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Lower Depths?
If you liked The Lower Depths, try Fallen Angel, Blue Story, In Secret.
Who directed The Lower Depths?
The Lower Depths (1936) was directed by Jean Renoir and stars Jean Gabin, Suzy Prim, Louis Jouvet.
What is The Lower Depths based on?
The Lower Depths is based on The Lower Depths (1903) by Maxim Gorky.