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Jules and Jim (1962)

“A Hymn to Life and Love”

7.5/10 · 1,074 votes 1h 46m nr RomanceDrama

#16 of 23 films from 1962 #195 of 1371 in romance

Directed by François Truffaut · Written by Henri-Pierre Roché

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Overview

In the carefree days before World War I, introverted Austrian author Jules strikes up a friendship with the exuberant Frenchman Jim and both men fall for the impulsive and beautiful Catherine.

Cast

Jeanne Moreauas Catherine
Oskar Werneras Jules
Henri Serreas Jim
Marie Duboisas Thérèse
Sabine Haudepinas Sabine
Vanna Urbinoas Gilberte
Serge Rezvanias Albert
Anny Nelsenas Lucie
Michel Suboras Récitant / Narrator (voix)
Danielle Bassiakas Le compagnon d'Albert
Elen Boberas Mathilde
Pierre Fabreas Homme Ivre au café
Dominique Lacarrièreas Une des femmes
Bernard Largemainsas Merlin

Facts

Release dateJanuary 23, 1962
Runtime106 min (1h 46m) — shorter as the 1962 average of 117 min
GenresRomance, Drama
Original titleJules et Jim
LanguageFR
IMDbtt0055032

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Questions

How long is Jules and Jim?
Jules and Jim runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Is Jules and Jim worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 1,074 votes, which places it #16 of 23 films released in 1962 in this index (top 35%) and #195 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed Jules and Jim?
Jules and Jim was directed by François Truffaut. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The 400 Blows (1959), Day for Night (1973), The Last Metro (1980).
Who stars in Jules and Jim?
Jeanne Moreau as Catherine; Oskar Werner as Jules; Henri Serre as Jim; Marie Dubois as Thérèse; Sabine Haudepin as Sabine; Vanna Urbino as Gilberte.
What is Jules and Jim rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Jules and Jim?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/5280.

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