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The Captain Fracasse (1/2)

Jean Cosmos' adaptation in two parts of Théophile Gautier's historical novel of cape and épée eponymous published in 1863. The adapter privileged the heroic aspect of the novel to the detriment of sentimental intrigue.At the beginning of the seventeenth century, a young baron, the last heir of Sigognac, lives melancholy and poorly in an abandoned castle. A troupe of traveling comedians interrupts its solitude. By friendship and taste of the unknown, he decides to follow them. With these picturesque, strange and gay characters he knows a lot of setbacks at the same time as a warm fraternity. Sigognac, hero turned comedian under the name of Captain Fracasse will live thrilling adventures on the roads of France.

English français
  • Originally Aired March 23, 1961
  • Runtime 50 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Network ORTF
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Name Type Role
Théophile Gautier Writer
Jean Cosmos Writer
Jean Paul Moulinot Guest Star
Jacques François Guest Star
Marcel Bozzuffi Guest Star
Henri Virlojeux Guest Star
Jacqueline Monsigny Guest Star
François Chatel Director