Forbidden Games
“War ... and how it affects the lives of our children”
Orphaned after a Nazi air raid, Paulette, a young Parisian girl, runs into Michel, an older peasant boy, and the two quickly become close. Together, they try to make sense of the chaotic and crumbling world around them, attempting to cope with death as they create a burial ground for Paulette's deceased pet dog. Eventually, however, Paulette's stay with Michel's family is threatened by the harsh realities of wartime.
Where to watch Forbidden Games in United States
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Where is Forbidden Games streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Darkroom | — |
| United Kingdom | Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel | — |
| Germany | Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ Apple TV channel, Arthaus+ | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Brazil | Belas Artes à La Carte | — |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT, FOD Channel Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| South Korea | wavve, Watcha | wavve |
About Forbidden Games
Forbidden Games is a 1952 French-language drama and war film directed by René Clément. The cast is led by Brigitte Fossey, Georges Poujouly, Philippe de Chérisey. It has a runtime of 1h 27m. Viewers rate it 7.8/10 across 400 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Darkroom.
Forbidden Games was produced by Silver Films and made in France. It was released on May 9, 1952. At the box office it grossed around $0 million worldwide.
- Director
- René Clément
- Writers
- René Clément, François Boyer
- Release date
- May 9, 1952
- Original language
- French
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France
- Box office
- $0 million
- Production
- Silver Films
Forbidden Games cast & crew
Forbidden Games was directed by René Clément and written by René Clément and François Boyer.
The cast features Brigitte Fossey as Paulette, Georges Poujouly as Michel Dolle, Philippe de Chérisey as Francis Gouard, Laurence Badie as Berthe Dolle, Suzanne Courtal as Madame Dolle, and Lucien Hubert as Monsieur Dolle.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Narciso Yepes, cinematography is by Robert Juillard, and it was produced by Robert Dorfmann.
Is Forbidden Games worth watching?
Forbidden Games holds an audience score of 7.8/10 from 352 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 27m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama and war, Forbidden Games is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Forbidden Games
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Cast of Forbidden Games
Brigitte Fossey
Paulette
Georges Poujouly
Michel Dolle
Philippe de Chérisey
Francis Gouard
Laurence Badie
Berthe Dolle
Suzanne Courtal
Madame Dolle
Lucien Hubert
Monsieur Dolle
Madeleine Barbulée
Red Cross Nun
Jacques Marin
Georges Dolle
Pierre Merovée
Raymond Dolle
Denise Péronne
Jeanne Gouard
Violette Monnier
Renée Dollé
Fernande Roy
L'autre fille Gouard
Forbidden Games — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Forbidden Games in United States?
Forbidden Games is streaming on Darkroom in United States.
▸Is Forbidden Games on Darkroom?
Yes — Forbidden Games is currently available on Darkroom in United States.
▸What language is Forbidden Games in?
Forbidden Games is originally in French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Forbidden Games?
Forbidden Games runs 1 hours 27 minutes (87 minutes).
▸What is Forbidden Games rated?
It holds a 7.8/10 audience score from 352 ratings.
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