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Illegal Cargo (1958): cast, story & where to watch

1958 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1958, Illegal Cargo is a notable film directed by Georges Lacombe, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. A female journalist beats two male rivals to a scoop by exposing a white slave racket going on right in 50s Paris.

Who’s in it. Illegal Cargo stars Françoise Arnoul as Françoise, la jeune journaliste, Renée Faure as Maria Ploit, une organisatrice du trafic de femmes, Georges Rivière as Raymond, l'associé de Maria and Jean-Claude Michel as Pierre Magnier, le journaliste, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Illegal Cargo has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Illegal Cargo page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Illegal Cargo (1958)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Illegal Cargo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Illegal Cargo worth watching?
Illegal Cargo holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Illegal Cargo?
Illegal Cargo stars Françoise Arnoul, Renée Faure, Georges Rivière, Jean-Claude Michel and Colette Mars.
When was Illegal Cargo released?
Illegal Cargo was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.