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.

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Release date

8 Dec 1976

Runtime

1 h 35 min

• TMDB 6.9

Genres

• Comedy
• Drama

Director

Francis Veber

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Countries

• FR

Cast

Pierre Richardas François Perrin, journalistMichel Bouquetas Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessmanFabrice Grecoas Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of PierreJacques Françoisas Mr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaperDaniel Ceccaldias The family manCharles Gérardas The photographer, colleague of FrançoisMichel Aumontas Georges Pouzier, owner of the toy storeGérard Jugnotas Pignier, journalist with sweaty handsSuzy Dysonas Christine Rambal-Cochet, Pierre's young wifeMichel Robinas The butler

Writers

Francis Veber

Composer

Vladimir Cosma

Cinematography

ÉBÉtienne Becker

Studios

RPRenn ProductionsFFFideline FilmsEFE.F.V.E FilmsAFAndrea Films

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