During World War II, an innkeeper vows to abstain from alcohol for the sake of his family. Years later, as they thrive in Normandy, his resolve is tested by a charming advertising professional who loves to drink.
Jean Gabin
as Albert Quentin
Jean-Paul Belmondo
as Gabriel Fouquet
Suzanne Flon
as Suzanne Quentin
Gabrielle Dorziat
as Mme Victoria, la directrice
Hella Petri
as Georgina, la patronne du bar
Marcelle Arnold
as l'infirmière de la pension
Charles Bouillaud
as le chauffeur de taxi
Anne-Marie Coffinet
as Simone, une serveuse
André Dalibert
as Maurice, le brigadier
Hélène Dieudonné
as Joséphine
Geneviève Fontanel
as Marie-Jo, la serveuse de l'hôtel
Gabriel Gobin
as Un habitué du café
