Strange Desire of Mr. Bard

Synopsis

A terminally ill Mr. Bard, a casino bus driver forced to quit his job, miraculously wins a fortune playing roulette. Instantly becoming a millionaire, he wants to fulfill his life's dream: to become a father. This plan is opposed by his greedy relatives who would go any low to take this money away from him. They are being led by a small-time crook. Mr. Bard's natural shyness and good heart lead him to the journey of self-exploration and finding his true love.

Top cast

Michel Simon

Auguste Bard

Louis de Funès

M. Chanteau

Yves Deniaud

Antonio

Geneviève Page

Donata

Georgette Anys

Paul Demange

Paul Frankeur

Henri Arius

Maurice Bénard

Lucien Callamand