The Deserter (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1939, The Deserter is a drama, war and romance film directed by Léonide Moguy, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. During WW1, a train is stopped by a bombing, a young soldier takes advantage of the opportunity to go to his native village to see his parents.
Who’s in it. The Deserter stars Jean-Pierre Aumont as Paul Marchand, Corinne Luchaire as Marie, Édouard Delmont as M. Marchand and Berthe Bovy as Mme Marchand, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Deserter has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Deserter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Deserter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Deserter (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Deserter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Deserter worth watching?
- The Deserter holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Deserter?
- The Deserter stars Jean-Pierre Aumont, Corinne Luchaire, Édouard Delmont, Berthe Bovy and René Bergeron.
- When was The Deserter released?
- The Deserter was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.