The Counterfeiters (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2010, The Counterfeiters is a war film directed by Benoît Jacquot, running about 121 minutes.
What it’s about. The plot revolves around Bernard – a schoolfriend of Olivier's who is preparing for his bac – discovering he is a bastard and taking this as a welcome pretext for running away from home. He spends a night in Olivier's bed (where Olivier describes a recent visit to a prostitute and how he did not find the experience very enjoyable). After Bernard steals the suitcase belonging to Edouard, Olivier's uncle, and the ensuing complications, he is made Edouard's secretary. Olivier is jealous and ends up in the hands of the cynical and downright diabolical Comte de Passavant, who travels with him to the Mediterranean.
Who’s in it. The Counterfeiters stars Melvil Poupaud as Edouard, Patrick Mille as Robert de Passavant, Jules-Angelo Bigarnet as Bernard and Maxime Berger as Olivier, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Counterfeiters has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Counterfeiters page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Counterfeiters tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Counterfeiters (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Counterfeiters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Counterfeiters worth watching?
- The Counterfeiters holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Counterfeiters?
- The Counterfeiters stars Melvil Poupaud, Patrick Mille, Jules-Angelo Bigarnet, Maxime Berger and Laurence Cordier.
- When was The Counterfeiters released?
- The Counterfeiters was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.