Balthazar
Synopsis
Following a slight accident, a stranger appears in a Provençal village and knocks at the door of the Philippes'villa, asking them for help. Albert Philippe is suspicious but his wife shows some interest in the man. After leaving the Philippe family, the unknown man goes to the village, meets the mayor and buys an island opposite the Philippe villa. It suddenly appears that the mysterious fellow is none other than Balthazar Lemonnier, a well-known millionaire. No sooner is the news disclosed than everybody, including the initially distrustful Mr. Philippe, wants to become his friend.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pierre Colombier
- Original Title
- Balthazar
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pierre Colombier
Department Leadership Roster
Pierre Colombier
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Balthazar.
More Like Balthazar
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Balthazar
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Balthazar about?
Following a slight accident, a stranger appears in a Provençal village and knocks at the door of the Philippes'villa, asking them for help. Albert Philippe is suspicious but his wife shows some interest in the man. After leaving the Philippe family, the unknown man goes to the village, meets the mayor and buys an island opposite the Philippe villa. It suddenly appears that the mysterious fellow is none other than Balthazar Lemonnier, a well-known millionaire. No sooner is the news disclosed than everybody, including the initially distrustful Mr. Philippe, wants to become his friend.
Who directed Balthazar?
Balthazar was directed by Pierre Colombier.
Who stars in Balthazar?
The principal cast of Balthazar includes Jules Berry, Danièle Parola, André Alerme, Fernand Charpin, Robert Arnoux.
When was Balthazar released and how long is it?
Balthazar was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.