Name: Fanny
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 1932
Duration: 127 min
Cast: Orane Demazis, Raimu, Fernand Charpin, Alida Rouffe, Auguste Mouriès

What Fanny Is About

Fanny, directed by Marc Allégret and written and produced (but not directed) by Marcel Pagnol, is a French film, the second entry in the Marseille trilogy that begins with Marius (1931) and closes with César (1936). It stars Raimu, Pierre Fresnay, and Orane Demazis. The film follows Fanny, left pregnant when her fiancé Marius sails off to become a sailor, as she accepts a marriage proposal from an older widower to secure a better future for her unborn child. The film opened in France on October 28, 1932. Who it's for: anyone curious about the middle chapter of a trilogy written by one filmmaker but entrusted to another to direct, filled with Marseille's colorful characters. Who it's not for: those who assume Marcel Pagnol directed the entire trilogy, since he personally directed only the third film, César.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fanny about?

Fanny, directed by Marc Allégret and written and produced (but not directed) by Marcel Pagnol, is a French film, the second entry in the Marseille trilogy that begins with Marius (1931) and closes with César (1936). It stars Raimu, Pierre Fresnay, and Orane Demazis.

Where can I watch Fanny?

Fanny is available to watch on digital platforms such as Criterion Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Fanny?

Fanny runs for 127 minutes (2h 7m).

When did Fanny come out?

Fanny was released in 1932.

Who directed Fanny?

Fanny was directed by Marc Allégret.

Who stars in Fanny?

Fanny stars Orane Demazis, Raimu, Fernand Charpin, Alida Rouffe.

What is Fanny's rating?

Fanny holds 7.7/10 on IMDb and 7.5/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 74 out of 100.