La Bête Humaine (1938)
Kernel Score: 79% · 235 ratings
Genres: Drama, Romance, Thriller
Released: 1938-12-23
Runtime: 98 minutes
Where to watch La Bête Humaine
- Stream: The Criterion Channel
- Free with ads: Darkroom
- Rent: Apple TV
- Buy: Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Returning by train to the French port of Le Havre, Jacques Lantier, a tormented railwayman, meets by chance the impulsive stationmaster Roubard and Séverine, his wife.
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Director
Cast
- Jean Gabin as Lantier
- Simone Simon as Séverine
- Fernand Ledoux as Roubaud
- Julien Carette as Pecqueux
- Blanchette Brunoy as Flore
- Gérard Landry as Dauvergne
- Jenny Hélia as Philomène
- Colette Régis as Victoire
- Claire Gérard as Voyager
- Charlotte Clasis as Aunt Phasie
La Bête Humaine FAQ
Is La Bête Humaine good?
La Bête Humaine has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 235 audience ratings.
Where can I watch La Bête Humaine?
In the US you can stream La Bête Humaine on The Criterion Channel, watch it free with ads on Darkroom and rent it from Apple TV.
What movies are like La Bête Humaine?
If you liked La Bête Humaine, try The Things of Life, The Swimming Pool, The Bridges of Madison County and Just the Two of Us.