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4.7 / 10(7 votes)IMDbR19801h 35mFrance

The Rascals

Les turlupins

Synopsis

Late spring 1942: France is under German occupation. But this doesn't much concern the boarders of a school lost in the French country. Bernard, a rather frivolous teenager, is in love for the first time; he's fond of Marie-Helene, an older and more mature girl. To approach her is not so easy...

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

March 3, 1980

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Bernard Revon
Screenplay & Story
Bernard Revon, Didier Bouquet-Nadaud
Original Title
Les turlupins
Country of Origin
France
Spoken Languages
French
Runtime
1h 35m
Production Studios
Madeleine Films

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Bernard Revon

Screenplay & Story

Bernard Revon, Didier Bouquet-Nadaud

Department Leadership Roster

Bernard Revon

Director

Bernard Revon

Writer

Didier Bouquet-Nadaud

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Rascals.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Rascals

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Rascals about?

Late spring 1942: France is under German occupation. But this doesn't much concern the boarders of a school lost in the French country. Bernard, a rather frivolous teenager, is in love for the first time; he's fond of Marie-Helene, an older and more mature girl. To approach her is not so easy...

Who directed The Rascals?

The Rascals was directed by Bernard Revon.

Who stars in The Rascals?

The principal cast of The Rascals includes Bernard Gabay, Thomas Chabrol, Pascale Rocard, Étienne Draber.

When was The Rascals released and how long is it?

The Rascals was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Rascals?

The Rascals holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).