Toni (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1935, Toni is a drama film directed by Jean Renoir, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. In the 1920s, the Provence is a magnet for immigrants seeking work in the quarries or in the agriculture. Many mingle with locals and settle down permanently - like Toni, an Italian who has moved in with Marie, a Frenchwoman. Even a well-ordered existence is not immune from boredom, friendship, love, or enmity, and Toni gets entangled in a web of increasingly passionate relationships. For there is his best pal Fernand, but also Albert, his overbearing foreman; there is Sebastian, a steady Spanish peasant, but also Gabi, his young rogue relative; there is Marie, but there is also Josefa.
Who’s in it. Toni stars Charles Blavette as Antonio Canova dit « Toni », Celia Montalván as Josépha, Jenny Hélia as Marie and Max Dalban as Albert, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Toni has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Toni page.
If you liked it. Fans of Toni tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Toni (1935)?
- In US, Toni is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Toni worth watching?
- Toni holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Toni?
- Toni stars Charles Blavette, Celia Montalván, Jenny Hélia, Max Dalban and Andrex.
- When was Toni released?
- Toni was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.