The Story of a Cheat
1936, French. Directed by Sacha Guitry.
Life story of a charming scoundrel, with little dialogue other than the star/director's witty narration. As a boy, only he survives a family tragedy when he's deprived of supper (poisonous mushrooms!) for stealing...concluding that dishonesty pays. Through years of dabbling in crime and amusing adventures, two women appear and reappear in his life, a dazzling blonde jewel thief and a stunning brunette gambler. Finally, he meets the mysterious Charbonnier who had saved his life in World War I, leading to the surprising next phase in his career...
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Where to watch The Story of a Cheat
The Story of a Cheat is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Sacha GuitryDirector
- Sacha Guitryle tricheur
- Jacqueline Delubacla femme
- Marguerite Morenol'aventurière
- Pauline CartonMadame Moriot
- Rosine Deréanla voleuse professionnelle
- Fréhella rouquine, chanteuse du beuglant
- Elmire Vautierla comtesse Beauchamp (jeune)
- Serge Gravele tricheur (petit garçon)
- Pierre Assole tricheur (jeune homme)
- Roger DuchesneSerge Abramitch
- Henri PfeiferM. Charbonnier
- Pierre LabryMaître Morlot, le notaire et cousin
Details
- Released
- 2 October 1936
- Original title
- Le Roman d'un tricheur
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Sacha Guitry
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The Story of a Cheat: quick answers
Is The Story of a Cheat worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 75 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Story of a Cheat?
The Story of a Cheat runs 81 minutes (1h 21m).
Does The Story of a Cheat have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Story of a Cheat. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Story of a Cheat parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Story of a Cheat yet.
Which OTT platform is The Story of a Cheat on?
The Story of a Cheat is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Story of a Cheat?
If you liked The Story of a Cheat, try Hold-up, The World Is Yours, Take the Money and Run.
Who directed The Story of a Cheat?
The Story of a Cheat (1936) was directed by Sacha Guitry and stars Sacha Guitry, Jacqueline Delubac, Marguerite Moreno.