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Pete the Tender 1960

★ 5.44 votes75 min📅 1960-11-30

Step into the world of Pete the Tender, a charming 1960 crime comedy that defies conventions. Director François Villiers masterfully weaves a tale of an elderly gangster, Pierrot, played by the incomparable Michel Simon.

Director: François Villiers

Cast

Michel Simon
Michel Simon
Pierrot
Claude Brasseur
Claude Brasseur
Tony
Dany Saval
Dany Saval
'Marie la Crèpe'
Marie Daëms
Marie Daëms
The Patroness of Péché Originel
Jean-Pierre Marielle
Jean-Pierre Marielle
Emile
Gène Villiers
Krishna
Michel Jourdan
Michel Jourdan
Pierrot's sidekick
Simone Duhart
Simone Duhart
Owner of the cafe
Harry-Max
Harry-Max
Notary
Jacques Danoville
Inspector

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pete the Tender (1960) about?

This 1960 crime comedy follows the story of Pierrot, an elderly gangster who is tasked with retrieving stolen cash, as he navigates a complex web of relationships and deceit.

Who directed Pete the Tender?

The film was directed by François Villiers, a master of French cinema.

Who stars in Pete the Tender?

The talented cast includes Michel Simon, Claude Brasseur, Dany Saval, and Marie Daëms.

Is Pete the Tender (1960) worth watching?

With its charming cast of characters, witty dialogue, and hilarious misadventures, Pete the Tender is a must-watch for fans of crime comedies. Although its IMDb rating is not available, this film is sure to delight audiences with its lighthearted and entertaining take on the crime genre.

How long is Pete the Tender?

The film has a runtime of 75 minutes.

About Pete the Tender (1960) — A Charming Crime Comedy with a Twist

Step into the world of Pete the Tender, a charming 1960 crime comedy that defies conventions. Director François Villiers masterfully weaves a tale of an elderly gangster, Pierrot, played by the incomparable Michel Simon. This tender-hearted thief is tasked with retrieving stolen cash, and his investigation becomes a series of hilarious misadventures. With a talented cast that includes Claude Brasseur, Dany Saval, and Marie Daëms, Pete the Tender is a delightful exploration of themes such as loyalty, love, and redemption. Get ready to be charmed by this French classic, a must-watch for fans of crime comedies.

As Pierrot navigates the complex web of relationships and deceit, he finds himself at the center of a series of unexpected events. With the help of a young woman who has fallen in love with him, Pierrot attempts to use her as a red herring to throw off his adversaries. However, everything that could go wrong does, and the tyro criminal's plan backfires in spectacular fashion. Will Pierrot be able to retrieve the stolen cash and clear his name, or will he succumb to the temptations of his own tender heart?