
The Toy
When Francois, a journalist, tours a big store for an article, he is chosen by the son of the newspaper's owner, Rambal-Cochet, as his new toy. Needing money and unwilling to quit his job, Francois agrees to this ridiculous assignment. Gradually befriending the spoiled boy, he induces him to play at making a newspaper, unveiling publicly the tyrannical way of life of the father. The powerful emotional climax we experience with the child astonishes both men.
The Toy
Rating
6.9/10
Release Date
1976-12-08
Runtime
95 minutes
Status
Released
Cast

Pierre Richard
François Perrin, journalist

Michel Bouquet
Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman

Fabrice Greco
Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre

Jacques François
Mr. de Blénac, editor-in-chief of the newspaper

Daniel Ceccaldi
The family man

Charles Gérard
The photographer, colleague of François

Michel Aumont
Georges Pouzier, owner of the toy store

Gérard Jugnot
Pignier, journalist with sweaty hands

Suzy Dyson
Christine Rambal-Cochet, Pierre's young wife

Michel Robin
The butler

Michèle Sand
Nicole Perrin, wife of François

Alix Mahieux
The governess
Production Companies
Renn Productions
Fideline Films
E.F.V.E Films
Andrea Films