Le Trou
“Poor Gaspard...”
Four prison inmates have been hatching a plan to literally dig out of jail when another prisoner, Claude Gaspard, is moved into their cell. They take a risk and share their plan with the newcomer. Over the course of three days, the prisoners and friends break through the concrete floor using a bed post and begin to make their way through the sewer system – yet their escape is anything but assured.
Where to watch Le Trou in United States
Criterion ChannelClick a service to open Le Trou there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Le Trou streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel | — |
| United Kingdom | Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | — |
| Germany | Arthaus+ | Apple TV Store |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Tivify | — |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, FOD |
About Le Trou
Le Trou is a 1960 French-language drama, thriller and crime film directed by Jacques Becker. The cast is led by Michel Constantin, Jean Keraudy, Philippe Leroy. It has a runtime of 2h 12m. Viewers rate it 8.2/10 across 600 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.
Le Trou was produced by Filmsonor, Play Art, and Titanus and made in France and Italy. It was released on March 18, 1960, and carries a NR certification. At the box office it grossed around $0 million worldwide.
- Director
- Jacques Becker
- Writers
- Jacques Becker, José Giovanni, Jean Aurel
- Release date
- March 18, 1960
- Original language
- French
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France, Italy
- Box office
- $0 million
- Production
- Filmsonor, Play Art, Titanus
Le Trou cast & crew
Le Trou was directed by Jacques Becker and written by Jacques Becker, José Giovanni, and Jean Aurel.
The cast features Michel Constantin as Geo Cassine, Jean Keraudy as Roland Darban, Philippe Leroy as Manu Borelli, Raymond Meunier as Vossellin / Monseigneur, Marc Michel as Claude Gaspard, and Jean-Paul Coquelin as Le lieutenant Grinval.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Philippe Arthuys, cinematography is by Ghislain Cloquet, and it was produced by Serge Silberman and Georges Charlot.
Is Le Trou worth watching?
Le Trou holds an audience score of 8.2/10 from 575 ratings, ranking it among the most acclaimed drama films.
At 2h 12m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama, thriller, and crime, Le Trou is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Le Trou
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Cast of Le Trou
Michel Constantin
Geo Cassine
Jean Keraudy
Roland Darban
Philippe Leroy
Manu Borelli
Raymond Meunier
Vossellin / Monseigneur
Marc Michel
Claude Gaspard
Jean-Paul Coquelin
Le lieutenant Grinval
André Bervil
Le directeur de la prison
Eddy Rasimi
Bouboule
Philippe Dumat
Un gardien
Albert Augier
Un gardien
Jean Becker
Un gardien
Raymond Bour
Un gardien
Le Trou — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Le Trou in United States?
Le Trou is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸Is Le Trou on Criterion Channel?
Yes — Le Trou is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸What language is Le Trou in?
Le Trou is originally in French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Le Trou?
Le Trou runs 2 hours 12 minutes (132 minutes).
▸What is Le Trou rated?
Le Trou is rated NR. It holds a 8.2/10 audience score from 575 ratings.
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