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The Cousins

1959 · 112 min · Director: Claude Chabrol

The Cousins (1959) is a drama film, directed by Claude Chabrol. It stars Gérard Blain and Jean-Claude Brialy. The 112-minute film holds an audience score of 6.8/10.

What The Cousins Is About

Young provincial Charles arrives in Paris to stay with his cousin Paul while studying law. Paul is a decadent, bohemian pleasure-seeker who shows the meek, diligent Charles the thrills of city life. When Charles falls for Florence, one of Paul's acquaintances, relationships begin to shift.

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What is The Cousins about?

Young provincial Charles arrives in Paris to stay with his cousin Paul while studying law. Paul is a decadent, bohemian pleasure-seeker who shows the meek, diligent Charles the thrills of city life.

Where can I watch The Cousins?

The Cousins is available to watch on digital platforms such as Criterion Channel. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Cousins?

The Cousins runs for 112 minutes (1h 52m).

When did The Cousins come out?

The Cousins was released in 1959.

Who directed The Cousins?

The Cousins was directed by Claude Chabrol.

Who stars in The Cousins?

The Cousins stars Gérard Blain, Jean-Claude Brialy, Juliette Mayniel, Guy Decomble.

What is The Cousins's rating?

The Cousins holds 7.2/10 on IMDb and 6.8/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 71 out of 100.

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