The Toy

6.9

MovieComedy, Drama19761h 35m

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 poster

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.

Directed by: Francis Veber
Written by: Francis Veber
Genres: Comedy, Drama
Released: December 8, 1976
Runtime: 1h 35m
Status: Released
Original title: Le Jouet
Language: French
Countries: France
Studios: Renn Productions, Fideline Films, E.F.V.E Films, Andrea Films