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The Toy

When Francois, a journalist, tours a big store for an article, he is chosen by the son of the newspaper's owner, Rambal-Cochet, as his new toy. Needing money and unwilling to quit his job, Francois agrees to this ridiculous assignment. Gradually befriending the spoiled boy, he induces him to play at making a newspaper, unveiling publicly the tyrannical way of life of the father. The powerful emotional climax we experience with the child astonishes both men.

1976 |1h 35m |  Comedy, Drama

Cast

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Pierre Richard

François Perrin, journalist

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Michel Bouquet

Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman

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Fabrice Greco

Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre

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Jacques François

Mr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaper

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Daniel Ceccaldi

The family man

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Charles Gérard

The photographer, colleague of François

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Michel Aumont

Georges Pouzier, owner of the toy store

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Gérard Jugnot

Pignier, journalist with sweaty hands

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Suzy Dyson

Christine Rambal-Cochet, Pierre's young wife

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Michel Robin

The butler

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Michèle Sand

Nicole Perrin, wife of François

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Alix Mahieux

The governess

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Lyne Chardonnet

Miss Blond

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Yves Barsacq

Robert

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Serge Berry

Head waiter

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Éva Darlan

The press secretary

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Chantal Jolis

Servant

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Jean Lanier

Head waiter

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Roger Muni

Head waiter

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Jacqueline Noëlle

Secretary

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Roger Riffard

Paul, gardener

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Michel Ruhl

Banker

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Status

Released

Language

French

Budget

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Revenue

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