Alexandre le bienheureux_
Alexandre, a young and honest farmer, is oppressed by an authoritarian wife, who makes him work like a dog. When she dies in a car crash, he decides to stay in bed, absolutely free and inactive. Just a dog is occupied to carry food and newspapers to him.
Starring
Philippe Noiret, Marlène Jobert, Françoise Brion
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Alexandre le bienheureux was released 58 years ago in 1968.
Overview
Alexandre, a young and honest farmer, is oppressed by an authoritarian wife, who makes him work like a dog. When she dies in a car crash, he decides to stay ...
Alexandre le bienheureux is a Comedy film with a runtime of 1h 40m.
CAST (20)
Philippe Noiret
Alexandre Gartempe
Marlène Jobert
Agathe Bordot
Françoise Brion
Eliane Gartempe, aka 'La Grande'
Paul Le Person
Sanguin
Tsilla Chelton
Mrs. Bouillot
Léonce Corne
Father Lamendin
Pierre Richard
Colibert
Jean Saudray
Pinton
K
Kaly
Alexander's dog
PB
Pierre Barnley
the priest
Marcel Bernier
Malicorne
Bernard Charlan
Mayor
Madeleine Damien
Mrs. Boisseau
Pierre Maguelon
Verglandier
MM
Marie Marc
Old mother of 'La Grande'
AM
Antoinette Moya
Angèle Sanguin
François Vibert
Alexander's stepfather
Jean Carmet
'La Fringale'
Pierre Bellemare
Pierre Bellemare (uncredited)
Marc Dudicourt
Mr Tondeur, TV game candidate (uncredited)
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What is Alexandre le bienheureux about?
Alexandre, a young and honest farmer, is oppressed by an authoritarian wife, who makes him work like a dog. When she dies in a car crash, he decides to stay in bed, absolutely free and inactive. Just a dog is occupied to carry food and newspapers to him.
How long is Alexandre le bienheureux?
Alexandre le bienheureux has a runtime of 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Who stars in Alexandre le bienheureux?
The cast of Alexandre le bienheureux includes Philippe Noiret, Marlène Jobert, Françoise Brion, Paul Le Person, Tsilla Chelton.
What is the rating of Alexandre le bienheureux?
Alexandre le bienheureux has a rating of 6.8 out of 10 based on 158 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (1)
Comedy