The Toy (Le jouet) 48 years old

The Toy

When Francois, a journalist, tours a big store for an article, he is chosen by the son of the newspaper's owner, Rambal-Cochet, as his new toy. Needing money and unwilling to quit his job, Francois agrees to this ridiculous assignment. Gradually befriending the spoiled boy, he induces him to play at making a newspaper, unveiling publicly the tyrannical way of life of the father. The powerful emotional climax we experience with the child astonishes both men.

Credits

The Toy Cast

Name Character
Michel Aumont He was 40, 82 years old when he died as Le directeur du magasin
Pierre Richard He was 42, now 90 years old as François Perrin
Gérard Jugnot He was 25, now 73 years old as Pignier
Michel Bouquet He was 51, now 99 years old as Pierre Rambal-Cochet
Jacques François He was 56, 83 years old when he died as Blénac
Daniel Ceccaldi He was 49, 75 years old when he died as Le père de famille
Charles Gérard He was 50, 92 years old when he died as Le photographe

The Toy Crew

Name Department
Francis Veber as Director. He was 39 (now 87) years old Directing
The Toy poster
The Toy (48 years)

  • Release day: Wednesday, December 08, 1976
  • Runtime: 95 minutes