The Sad Sack (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film
Released in 1950, The Sad Sack is a comedy film directed by Fernand Rivers, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Thanks to a bit of string-pulling by his aunt, Jean du Bois d'Ombelles, a young recruit who has blue blood in his veins, hopes to go through a nice and comfortable military service. Unfortunately he becomes Corporal Bourrache's pet aversion. Nevertheless, against all expectations, Jean ends up taking a liking for military life.
Who’s in it. The Sad Sack stars Maurice Baquet as Turlot, Francis Blanche as Jean du Bois d'Ombelles, Paulette Dubost as Georgette and Pierre Bertin as Le colonel, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sad Sack page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sad Sack tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sad Sack (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sad Sack change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Sad Sack?
- The Sad Sack stars Maurice Baquet, Francis Blanche, Paulette Dubost, Pierre Bertin and Thérèse Dorny.
- When was The Sad Sack released?
- The Sad Sack was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.