L'échafaud peut attendre
Storyline & Plot Summary
A trio of criminals gradually become entangled in theft and crime. Serge is arrested, his mistress, Hélène, and his accomplice, Michel, both become lovers, try to exonerate him and use false fingerprints first, then after Serge's conviction, gloves covered with the same fingerprints of the prisoner.
Production Details
Cast
Jany Holt
Hélène Bonnard
Paul Bernard
Serge Ullrich
Jean Desailly
Michel Vincent
Jean Debucourt
Doctor Jeannin
Charles Lemontier
Inspector Sorbier
Junie Astor
Maître Fontanie, lawyer
Robert Balpo
Employee
Claude Bertrand
Fernand Blot
Police inspector
Jean Brunel
President of the Assizes
Lucien Desagneaux
Pharmacist
Colette Georges
Flowergirl
Pierre Labry
Cafe owner
Françoise Lauby
Palmyre Levasseur
Landlady
René Marc
Police officer
Maurice Marceau
Plasterer
Franck Maurice
Albert Michel
Male nurse
Georges Paulais
General Counsel
Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown
Read and share community scores for L'échafaud peut attendre
An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.
Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.