The Strange Ones
Les Enfants terribles
“A love story by Jean Cocteau”
Synopsis
Elisabeth and her brother Paul live isolated from much of the world after Paul is injured in a snowball fight. As a coping mechanism, the two conjure up a hermetic dream of their own making. Their relationship, however, isn't exactly wholesome. Jealousy and a malevolent undercurrent intrude on their fantasy when Elisabeth invites the strange Agathe to stay with them -- and Paul is immediately attracted to her.
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Nicole Stéphane
Elisabeth
Édouard Dermithe
Paul
Renée Cosima
Dargelos / Agathe
Jacques Bernard
Gerard
Jean Cocteau
Narrator (voice)
Melvyn Martin
Michael
Maria Cyliakus
Mother
Jean-Marie Robain
Headmaster
Maurice Revel
Doctor
Rachel Devirys
Adeline Aucoc
Mariette
Emile Mathys
Vice Principal
Roger Gaillard
Gerard's Uncle
Annabel Buffet
Model
Karin Lannby
Mother
Hélène Rémy
Pierre Benichou
Young schoolboy
Release History & Theatrical Window
Torino Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
July 28, 1952
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 16, 2021
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Pierre Melville
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Cocteau, Jean-Pierre Melville
- Original Title
- Les Enfants terribles
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- Melville Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Pierre Melville
Jean Cocteau, Jean-Pierre Melville
Henri Decaë
Monique Bonnot
Jean-Pierre Melville
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-Pierre Melville
Director
Jean-Pierre Melville
Writer
Jean-Pierre Melville
Producer
Henri Decaë
Director of Photography
Monique Bonnot
Editor
Emile Mathys
Production Design
Jean-Pierre Melville
Production Design
Christian Dior
Costume Design
Jean Cocteau
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Tous publics — Universal audience.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Strange Ones
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Strange Ones about?
Elisabeth and her brother Paul live isolated from much of the world after Paul is injured in a snowball fight. As a coping mechanism, the two conjure up a hermetic dream of their own making. Their relationship, however, isn't exactly wholesome. Jealousy and a malevolent undercurrent intrude on their fantasy when Elisabeth invites the strange Agathe to stay with them -- and Paul is immediately attracted to her.
Who directed The Strange Ones?
The Strange Ones was directed by Jean-Pierre Melville.
Who stars in The Strange Ones?
The principal cast of The Strange Ones includes Nicole Stéphane, Édouard Dermithe, Renée Cosima, Jacques Bernard, Jean Cocteau.
When was The Strange Ones released and how long is it?
The Strange Ones was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
Is The Strange Ones based on a book or true story?
The Strange Ones is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jean Cocteau".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Strange Ones?
The Strange Ones holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.).