The Straw Lover (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film
Released in 1951, The Straw Lover is a comedy film directed by Gilles Grangier, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. The wife of gunsmith Gaston Sarazin cheats on him with his salesman. The husband, informed, wants revenge. The culprits try to divert suspicion on the dashing Stanislas. The husband forces the straw lover to live with him. Stanislas then brings the spouses together and makes the business of the gunsmith prosper.
Who’s in it. The Straw Lover stars Jean-Pierre Aumont as Stanislas Michodier, Gaby Sylvia as Gisèle Sarrazin de Fontenoy, Alfred Adam as Gaston Sarrazin de Fontenoy and Louis de Funès as Bruno, the psychiatrist, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Straw Lover page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Straw Lover tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Straw Lover (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Straw Lover change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Straw Lover?
- The Straw Lover stars Jean-Pierre Aumont, Gaby Sylvia, Alfred Adam, Louis de Funès and André Versini.
- When was The Straw Lover released?
- The Straw Lover was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.