Forbidden Games (1952)
Kernel Score: 86% · 345 ratings
Genres: Drama, War
Released: 1952-05-09
Runtime: 87 minutes
Where to watch Forbidden Games
- Stream: Darkroom
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Orphaned after a Nazi air raid, Paulette, a young Parisian girl, runs into Michel, an older peasant boy, and the two quickly become close. Together, they try to make sense of the chaotic and crumbling world around them, attempting to cope with death as they create a burial ground for Paulette's deceased pet dog. Eventually, however, Paulette's stay with Michel's family is threatened by the harsh realities of wartime.
Forbidden Games parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that this WWII drama follows an orphaned child coping with death and displacement after a Nazi air raid.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts the aftermath of a wartime air raid and themes of death, orphaning, and children coping with loss.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Brigitte Fossey as Paulette
- Georges Poujouly as Michel Dolle
- Philippe de Chérisey as Francis Gouard
- Laurence Badie as Berthe Dolle
- Suzanne Courtal as Madame Dolle
- Lucien Hubert as Monsieur Dolle
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- Jacques Marin as Georges Dolle
- Pierre Merovée as Raymond Dolle
- Denise Péronne as Jeanne Gouard
Forbidden Games FAQ
Is Forbidden Games good?
Forbidden Games has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 345 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Forbidden Games?
In the US you can stream Forbidden Games on Darkroom.
Is Forbidden Games OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this WWII drama follows an orphaned child coping with death and displacement after a Nazi air raid.
What movies are like Forbidden Games?
If you liked Forbidden Games, try Au Revoir les Enfants, A Bag of Marbles, White Bird and The Book Thief.