The Baron of the Locks (1960)

6.5/10 • 90 min • Comedy

Overview

Lucky Baron Jérôme Napoléon Antoine wins a boat in a card game and takes off with his former lover in search of new adventures. Adverse circumstances land them in a small town, where the Baron's seafaring companion departs for more attractive scenery offered by a wealthy local. Meanwhile, there's a certain charming café owner that the Baron finds irresistible – at least for awhile.

Cast

Jean Gabin

Baron Jérôme Napoléon Antoine

Micheline Presle

Perle Germain-Joubert

Jacques Castelot

Marquis François-Marie de Villamayor

Jean Desailly

Mr. Maurice Montbernon

Blanchette Brunoy

Maria Vilandier, innkeeper

Aimée Mortimer

Gaby Bonnetang

Jean Constantin

Prince Héliakim Sadokkan

Robert Dalban

Guillaume, manager of the flying club

Jacques Hilling

Casino supervisor

Pierre-Louis

Georges, barman

Alexandre Rignault

Firmin, lock keeper

Dominique Boschero

Saddokan's new friend

Charles Bouillaud

Émile, casino employee

Émile Genevois

Guest of the hostel

Gabriel Gobin

Valentin, hostel player

Georges Lycan

Sailor of the yacht

Albert Michel

Guest of the hostel

Raphaël Patorni

Reception manager of the Deauville hotel

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