Boudu Saved from Drowning
1932, French. Directed by Jean Renoir.
Michel Simon gives one of the most memorable performances in screen history as Boudu, a Parisian tramp who takes a suicidal plunge into the Seine and is rescued by a well-to-do bookseller, Edouard Lestingois. The Lestingois family decides to take in the irrepressible bum, and he shows his gratitude by shaking the household to its foundations. With Boudu Saved from Drowning, legendary director Jean Renoir takes advantage of a host of Parisian locations and the anarchic charms of his lead actor to create an effervescent satire of the bourgeoisie.
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 159 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Boudu Saved from Drowning
Boudu Saved from Drowning is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jean RenoirDirector
- Michel SimonPriape Boudu
- Marcelle HainiaEmma Lestingois
- Sévérine LerczinskaChloë Anne Marie, la Bonne
- Charles GranvalÉdouard Lestingois
- Jean GehretVigour
- Max DalbanGodin
- Jean DastéL'Étudiant
- Geneviève Cadixla petite fille
- Jacques BeckerLe Poète (uncredited)
- Georges D'ArnouxUn Invité à la Noce (uncredited)
- Régine Lutècela jeune femme au chien perdu
- Jane PiersonRose, la Voisine (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 11 November 1932
- Original title
- Boudu sauvé des eaux
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Albert Valentin, Jean Renoir
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Boudu Saved from Drowning: quick answers
Is Boudu Saved from Drowning worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 159 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Boudu Saved from Drowning?
Boudu Saved from Drowning runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
Does Boudu Saved from Drowning have a post-credits scene?
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Boudu Saved from Drowning parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Boudu Saved from Drowning on?
Boudu Saved from Drowning is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Boudu Saved from Drowning?
If you liked Boudu Saved from Drowning, try The Valet, Cyrano, My Love, La Cage aux Folles II.
Who directed Boudu Saved from Drowning?
Boudu Saved from Drowning (1932) was directed by Jean Renoir and stars Michel Simon, Marcelle Hainia, Sévérine Lerczinska.