The Lafarge Case (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1938, The Lafarge Case is a drama and crime film directed by Pierre Chenal, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on true facts, a news item which was widely talked about in the nineteenth century, this is the story of a wife who might have poisoned her husband .
Who’s in it. The Lafarge Case stars Pierre Renoir as Charles Lafarge, Marcelle Chantal as Marie Lafarge-Capelle, Raymond Rouleau as Maître Lachaud and Margo Lion as Aména Lafarge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Lafarge Case 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 Lafarge Case page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lafarge Case tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lafarge Case (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lafarge Case change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lafarge Case worth watching?
- The Lafarge Case holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lafarge Case?
- The Lafarge Case stars Pierre Renoir, Marcelle Chantal, Raymond Rouleau, Margo Lion and Sylvie.
- When was The Lafarge Case released?
- The Lafarge Case was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.