Irma la Douce(1963)
“A story of passion, bloodshed, desire and death... everything, in fact, that makes life worth living.”
Overview
When a recently fired policeman falls in love with a French prostitute, he doesn't want her to be with other men, so he creates an alter-ego in order to become her only customer.
Director
Billy Wilder
Studio
Phalanx Productions
Budget
$5M
Revenue
$25M
Cast
Shirley MacLaine
as Irma La Douce
Jack Lemmon
as Nestor Patou
Lou Jacobi
as Moustache
Bruce Yarnell
as Hippolyte
Herschel Bernardi
as Inspector Lefevre
Hope Holiday
as Lolita
Joan Shawlee
as Amazon Annie
Grace Lee Whitney
as Kiki
Paul Dubov
as Andre
Howard McNear
as Concierge
Cliff Osmond
as Police Sergeant
Diki Lerner
as Jojo
Where to Watch
fuboTV
MGM+ Amazon Channel
MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel
YouTube TV
MGM Plus
Philo
Amazon Video
Apple TV StoreAvailability may vary by region. Some links are affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Movie Facts
Release Year
1963
Runtime
2h 27m
Language
English
Rating
7.4 / 10
Budget
$5M
Box Office
$25M
Production Companies
Phalanx Productions • The Mirisch Company
You Might Also Like
Comedy / Romance
Love in the Afternoon
1957
Romance / Comedy
Yoh! Bestie
2026
Action / Thriller
The Tourist
2010
Music / Comedy
Victor/Victoria
1982
Mystery / Romance
To Catch a Thief
1955
Romance / Comedy
The Wrong Paris
2025
Romance / Comedy
Pretty Woman
1990
Comedy / Romance
Hollywood Stargirl
2022
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Irma la Douce?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Irma la Douce (1963).
What is Irma la Douce about?▼
When a recently fired policeman falls in love with a French prostitute, he doesn't want her to be with other men, so he creates an alter-ego in order to become her only customer.
Who directed Irma la Douce?▼
Irma la Douce was directed by Billy Wilder and released in 1963. It is a romance, comedy film.
How long is Irma la Douce?▼
Irma la Douce has a runtime of 2 hours and 27 minutes (147 minutes total).
Who stars in Irma la Douce?▼
The cast of Irma la Douce includes Shirley MacLaine as Irma La Douce, Jack Lemmon as Nestor Patou, Lou Jacobi as Moustache, Bruce Yarnell as Hippolyte, Herschel Bernardi as Inspector Lefevre and more.
Explore More by Genre
Need a recommendation?
Tell us your mood and we'll pick the perfect movie for you.