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The Lower Depths

The Lower Depths

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The Lower Depths
1936 1h 32m7.2

The Lower Depths

“From the world-famous play by MAXIM GORKI”

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Inhabitants of a flophouse struggle to survive under the harsh treatment imposed by the landlord, Kostyleva. One resident, young thief Wasska Pepel, ends his affair with the landlord's wife, Vassilissa, and takes up with her sister, Natacha. Pepel also befriends the baron, a former nobleman fallen on hard times, but Pepel's attempts at happiness are complicated when he's accused of murder by a spiteful Vassilissa.

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DirectorJean Renoir
ScreenplayEvgeny Zamyatin, Jacques Companéez, Jean Renoir
StatusReleased
ReleasedDecember 11, 1936
CountryFrance
Languagefr
Runtime1h 32m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 7.2 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.5 / 10
Votes79
GenresDrama, Romance, Crime
StudioAlbatros
OriginalLes Bas-fonds
The Lower Depths
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Cast

Jean Gabin

Jean Gabin

Pepel Wasska

Suzy Prim

Suzy Prim

Vassilissa Kostyleva

Louis Jouvet

Louis Jouvet

Le baron

Jany Holt

Jany Holt

Nastia, la prostituée

Junie Astor

Junie Astor

Natacha, la sœur de Vassilissa

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Nathalie Alexeief-Darsène

Anna

Vladimir Sokoloff

Vladimir Sokoloff

le vieux Kostileff

Robert Le Vigan

Robert Le Vigan

l'acteur alcoolique

Camille Bert

Camille Bert

le comte

André Gabriello

André Gabriello

le commissaire Toptoum

René Génin

René Génin

Lukas, le philosophe

Léon Larive

Léon Larive

Félix, le valet de chambre du baron

Maurice Baquet

Maurice Baquet

Aliocha, le fou accordéoniste

Paul Grimault

Paul Grimault

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Lower Depths

Where can I watch The Lower Depths?

The Lower Depths (1936) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is The Lower Depths about?

Inhabitants of a flophouse struggle to survive under the harsh treatment imposed by the landlord, Kostyleva. One resident, young thief Wasska Pepel, ends his affair with the landlord's wife, Vassilissa, and takes up with her sister, Natacha. Pepel also befriends the baron, a...

Who directed The Lower Depths?

The Lower Depths (1936) was directed by Jean Renoir. The film is a Drama, Romance production with a runtime of 1h 32m, rated 7.2/10.

How long is The Lower Depths?

The Lower Depths runs 1h 32m (92 minutes total). Audience rating: 7.2/10 from 79 votes. Genre: Drama, Romance.

Is The Lower Depths worth watching?

The Lower Depths is rated 7.2/10 by 79 viewers — well-rated and generally recommended. A good pick for Drama and Romance fans.