A Monkey in Winter

16
1h 45m
1962
7.6 /10 (217)

The Story of Two Very Uncommon Men...With One Purpose in Common!

Overview

During World War II, an innkeeper vows to abstain from alcohol for the sake of his family. Years later, as they thrive in Normandy, his resolve is tested by a charming advertising professional who loves to drink.

Country : France
Languages : Français
Released Date: 1962-07-29

Top Billed Cast

Jean Gabin

Albert Quentin

Jean-Paul Belmondo

Gabriel Fouquet

Suzanne Flon

Suzanne Quentin

Gabrielle Dorziat

Mme Victoria, la directrice

Hella Petri

Georgina, la patronne du bar

Marcelle Arnold

l'infirmière de la pension

Charles Bouillaud

le chauffeur de taxi

Anne-Marie Coffinet

Simone, une serveuse

André Dalibert

Maurice, le brigadier

Hélène Dieudonné

Joséphine

Geneviève Fontanel

Marie-Jo, la serveuse de l'hôtel

Gabriel Gobin

Un habitué du café

Sylviane Margollé

Marie Fouquet, la fille de Gabriel

Lucien Raimbourg

le jardinier de la pension

Hans Verner

Le touriste allemand

Paul Frankeur

M. Esnault, le patron du café

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