The Gendarme Takes Off (1970) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Gendarme Takes Off (1970) — The whole clique of Cruchot's police station is retired. Streaming on Amazon Video.
The Gendarme Takes Off (1970) Storyline
The whole clique of Cruchot's police station is retired. Now he lives with his rich wife in her castle - and is bored almost to death. He fights with the butler, because he isn't even allowed to do the simple works. But when one of the clique suffers from amnesia after an accident, all of the others reunite and kidnap him, to take him on a tour to their old working places and through their memories. In their old uniforms they turn St. Tropez upside down.
Full Cast & Crew
- Louis de Funès as Ludovic Cruchot
- Jean Lefebvre as Lucien Fougasse
- Guy Grosso as Gaston Tricard
- Michel Modo as Jules Berlicot
- Nicole Vervil as Cécilia Gerber
- France Rumilly as Schwester Clothilde
- Yves Vincent as Colonel
- Christian Marin as Albert Merlot
- Claude Gensac as Josépha Cruchot
- Michel Galabru as Jérôme Gerber
- Sara Franchetti as Schwester Marie-Bénédicte
- Ugo Fangareggi as Hippie
- Christor Georgiadis as Butler James
- Christine Reynolds
- René Berthier as Adjutant vom Colonel
Why Watch The Gendarme Takes Off?
The Vibe: The Gendarme Takes Off is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1970. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.3/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with comedy-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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