The Annuity
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In 1930, Louis Martinet, a peaceful sexagenarian, no longer has a long life to live according to the words of his doctor, Leon Galipeau, who sees to take advantage of the very interesting situation of the "future deceased". This one indeed has a small house in Saint-Tropez. Galipeau sniffs the windfall. Following his advice, Martinet agrees to give it in life to the brother of the doctor, Emile, and then rushes back to a health of iron. Worse, he even survives the war. Galipeau, exhausted, decide to use the great means to get rid of the importunce who persists in thwarting their project ...
Cast
Michel Serrault
as Louis Martinet
Claude Brasseur
as Noël Galipeau à 39 ans
Rosy Varte
as Elvire Galipeau
Odette Laure
as Marguerite Galipeau
Jean-Pierre Darras
as Emile Galipeau
Michel Galabru
as Léon Galipeau
Yves Robert
as Bucigny-Dumaine (le bel officier)
Jean Richard
as Jo (un voyou)
René Aranda
as
Yves Barsacq
as Un officier de gendarmerie
Robert Berri
as Un invité du préfet de police
Jean Franval
as
Jacques Hilling
as Le président du tribunal
Madeleine Clervanne
as La grand-mère Galipeau
Noël Roquevert
as Le grand-père Galipeau
Jacques Bodoin
as Maître Laguarrigue, l'honnête notaire
Gérard Depardieu
as Victor, le complice de Jo
Bernard Lavalette
as Le député-maire de Saint-Tropez
Claude Legros
as Lucien, le brave facteur
Jean Carmet
as Maître Vierzon, l'avocat de Noël
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Stream The Annuity online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular comedy movie originally produced in French and released in 1972, it's earned a solid 6.6/10 from 138 viewers worldwide.
About The Annuity
In 1930, Louis Martinet, a peaceful sexagenarian, no longer has a long life to live according to the words of his doctor, Leon Galipeau, who sees to take advantage of the very interesting situation of the "future deceased". This one indeed has a small house in Saint-Tropez. Galipeau sniffs the windfall. Following his advice, Martinet agrees to give it in life to the brother of the doctor, Emile, and then rushes back to a health of iron. Worse, he even survives the war. Galipeau, exhausted, decide to use the great means to get rid of the importunce who persists in thwarting their project ... Running 100 minutes.
The Annuity Cast and Characters
The cast features Michel Serrault (as Louis Martinet), Claude Brasseur (as Noël Galipeau à 39 ans), Rosy Varte (as Elvire Galipeau), Odette Laure (as Marguerite Galipeau), and Jean-Pierre Darras (as Emile Galipeau). Their performances are a major reason The Annuity has built such a passionate audience.
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The Annuity flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy French storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is The Annuity?
The Annuity runs for 100 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is The Annuity good? What's the rating?
The Annuity holds a 6.6/10 rating based on 138 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of The Annuity?
The main cast includes Michel Serrault, Claude Brasseur, Rosy Varte, and Odette Laure, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Annuity available in French?
Yes — The Annuity was originally produced in French and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Annuity released?
The Annuity was released in 1972.
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What is The Annuity about?
The Annuity is a Comedy film. In 1930, Louis Martinet, a peaceful sexagenarian, no longer has a long life to live according to the words of his doctor, Leon Galipeau, who sees to take advantage of the very interesting situation of the "future deceased". This one indeed has a small house in Saint-Tropez. Galipeau sniffs the windfall. Following his advice, Martinet agrees to give it in life to the brother of the doctor, Emile, and then rushes back to a health of iron. Worse, he even survives the war. Galipeau, exhausted, decide to use the great means to get rid of the importunce who persists in thwarting their project ...
When was The Annuity released?
The Annuity was released on January 19, 1972. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. The film was produced by Les Films Dargaud.
Who stars in The Annuity?
The Annuity stars Michel Serrault, Claude Brasseur, Rosy Varte and Odette Laure. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Annuity available in HD?
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