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Grand Illusion

Grand Illusion

A Great Drama of Human Emotions

A group of French soldiers, including the patrician Captain de Boeldieu and the working-class Lieutenant Maréchal, grapple with their own class differences after being captured and held in a World War I German prison camp. When the men are transferred to a high-security fortress, they must concoct a plan to escape beneath the watchful eye of aristocratic German officer von Rauffenstein, who has formed an unexpected bond with de Boeldieu.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: La Grande Illusion
  • Genres: Drama, History, War
  • Release Date: 1937-06-04
  • Runtime: 114 minutes
  • Rating: 7.855/10 (712 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $172,885
  • Production Companies: Réalisation d'Art Cinématographique
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.152
  • Languages: Russian, German, French, English

Cast & Crew

Jean Gabin

Jean Gabin

as Le lieutenant Maréchal

Pierre Fresnay

Pierre Fresnay

as Le capitaine de Boëldieu

Erich von Stroheim

Erich von Stroheim

as Le capitaine von Rauffenstein

Marcel Dalio

Marcel Dalio

as Le lieutenant Rosenthal

Dita Parlo

Dita Parlo

as Elsa

Julien Carette

Julien Carette

as Cartier, l'acteur

Gaston Modot

Gaston Modot

as L'ingénieur

Georges Péclet

Georges Péclet

as Le serrurier

Werner Florian

Werner Florian

as Le sergent Arthur

Jean Dasté

Jean Dasté

as L'instituteur

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Trailers & Clips

La Grande Illusion Trailer

Grand Illusion' | Critics' Picks | The New York Times

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Grand Illusion?

Grand Illusion is a Drama, History, War movie directed by . It was released on 1937-06-04.

Who are the main actors in Grand Illusion?

The main cast includes Jean Gabin, Pierre Fresnay, Erich von Stroheim, Marcel Dalio, Dita Parlo, .

Where can I watch Grand Illusion online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Grand Illusion is available.

Is Grand Illusion based on a true story?

A Great Drama of Human Emotions

What is the IMDb rating of Grand Illusion?

Grand Illusion has an IMDb rating of 7.855/10 based on 712 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Grand Illusion?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $172,885 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Grand Illusion?

The soundtrack was composed by Réalisation d'Art Cinématographique. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Grand Illusion filmed?

Grand Illusion was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Grand Illusion?

The total runtime of Grand Illusion is 114 minutes.

Is Grand Illusion suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Grand Illusion?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Grand Illusion.

Does Grand Illusion have a post-credit scene?

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