Croesus
Crésus
Synopsis
Jules is a shepherd who lives a humble and solitary life in rural Provence. From time to time, he is visited by a lonely widow, Fine, who longs to be his wife. One day, Jules comes across an unexploded bomb lying on the ground in open countryside. After a few foolhardy attempts to set the bomb off, Jules makes a surprising discovery. It is filled with thousands of bank notes…
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Fernandel
Crésus
Marcelle Ranson-Hervé
Fine
Rellys
Paul
René Génin
Burie
Miguel Gamy
Albert
Edouard Hemme
Le curé
Paul Préboist
Le maçon
Jeanne Pérez
Marie
Pierre Repp
L'employé de banque
René Bourdon
L'employé du Crédit
Luce Dassas
Rose
Charles Bouillaud
Le premier gendarme
Jeanne Mars
La femme de Paul
Jacques Préboist
Un policier
Olivier Hussenot
Un policier
Sylvie
Delphine
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Giono
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Giono
- Original Score
- Joseph Kosma
- Original Title
- Crésus
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Les Films Jean Giono
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Giono
Jean Giono
Joseph Kosma
Roger Hubert
Monique Isnardon, Robert Isnardon
Department Leadership Roster
Monique Isnardon
Editor
Jean Giono
Writer
Joseph Kosma
Original Music Composer
Robert Isnardon
Editor
Jean Giono
Director
Roger Hubert
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Croesus.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Croesus
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What is Croesus about?
Jules is a shepherd who lives a humble and solitary life in rural Provence. From time to time, he is visited by a lonely widow, Fine, who longs to be his wife. One day, Jules comes across an unexploded bomb lying on the ground in open countryside. After a few foolhardy attempts to set the bomb off, Jules makes a surprising discovery. It is filled with thousands of bank notes…
Who directed Croesus?
Croesus was directed by Jean Giono.
Who stars in Croesus?
The principal cast of Croesus includes Fernandel, Marcelle Ranson-Hervé, Rellys, René Génin, Miguel Gamy.
When was Croesus released and how long is it?
Croesus was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Croesus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Croesus was composed by Joseph Kosma.