The Toy

Synopsis

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.

Cast

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  Pierre Richard
  François Perrin, journalist

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  Michel Bouquet
  Pierre Rambal-Cochet, powerful businessman

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  Fabrice Greco
  Eric Rambal-Cochet, son of Pierre

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

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  Daniel Ceccaldi
  The family man

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  Charles Gérard
  The photographer, colleague of François

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  Michel Aumont
  Georges Pouzier, owner of the toy store

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  Gérard Jugnot
  Pignier, journalist with sweaty hands

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

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  Michel Robin
  The butler

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  Michèle Sand
  Nicole Perrin, wife of François

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  Alix Mahieux
  The governess

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  Lyne Chardonnet
  Miss Blond

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  Lyvia D'Alche
  Hostess

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  Yves Barsacq
  Robert

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  Bernard Bauronne
  Pilot

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  Serge Berry
  Head waiter

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  Éva Darlan
  The press secretary