Forbidden Games
Jeux interdits
“War ... and how it affects the lives of our children”
Synopsis
Orphaned after a Nazi air raid, Paulette, a young Parisian girl, runs into Michel, an older peasant boy, and the two quickly become close. Together, they try to make sense of the chaotic and crumbling world around them, attempting to cope with death as they create a burial ground for Paulette's deceased pet dog. Eventually, however, Paulette's stay with Michel's family is threatened by the harsh realities of wartime.
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Official Trailer [Subtitled]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-05-01
Top Cast
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Brigitte Fossey
Paulette
Georges Poujouly
Michel Dolle
Philippe de Chérisey
Francis Gouard
Laurence Badie
Berthe Dolle
Suzanne Courtal
Madame Dolle
Lucien Hubert
Monsieur Dolle
Madeleine Barbulée
Red Cross Nun
Jacques Marin
Georges Dolle
Pierre Merovée
Raymond Dolle
Denise Péronne
Jeanne Gouard
Violette Monnier
Renée Dollé
Fernande Roy
L'autre fille Gouard
Louis Saintève
Le prêtre
André Wasley
Gouard - le voisin
Amédée
Francis Gouard
Marcel Mérovée
Raymond Dollé
André Enard
Le premier gendarme (uncredited)
Marcelle Feuillade
La mère de Paulette (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 7, 1952
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 2000
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$10K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- René Clément
- Screenplay & Story
- René Clément, François Boyer
- Original Score
- Narciso Yepes
- Original Title
- Jeux interdits
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Worldwide Gross
- $10K
- Production Studios
- Silver Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
René Clément
René Clément, François Boyer, Pierre Bost, Jean Aurenche
Narciso Yepes
Robert Juillard
Roger Dwyre
Robert Dorfmann
Department Leadership Roster
René Clément
Screenplay
René Clément
Director
François Boyer
Screenplay
Narciso Yepes
Original Music Composer
Robert Juillard
Director of Photography
Robert Dorfmann
Producer
Roger Dwyre
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Forbidden Games
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Forbidden Games about?
Orphaned after a Nazi air raid, Paulette, a young Parisian girl, runs into Michel, an older peasant boy, and the two quickly become close. Together, they try to make sense of the chaotic and crumbling world around them, attempting to cope with death as they create a burial ground for Paulette's deceased pet dog. Eventually, however, Paulette's stay with Michel's family is threatened by the harsh realities of wartime.
Who directed Forbidden Games?
Forbidden Games was directed by René Clément.
Who stars in Forbidden Games?
The principal cast of Forbidden Games includes Brigitte Fossey, Georges Poujouly, Philippe de Chérisey, Laurence Badie, Suzanne Courtal.
When was Forbidden Games released and how long is it?
Forbidden Games was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
How much did Forbidden Games make at the box office?
Forbidden Games grossed $10K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Forbidden Games?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Forbidden Games was composed by Narciso Yepes.
Is Forbidden Games based on a book or true story?
Forbidden Games is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "François Boyer".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Forbidden Games?
Forbidden Games holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.).