---
title: "Not Dumb, the Bird"
year: 1972
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/not-dumb-the-bird-1972"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 444271
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 5.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Not Dumb, the Bird (1972) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/not-dumb-the-bird-1972

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Not Dumb, the Bird is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime. Produced and broadcast by West Film, Maran Film, Les Films Marceau. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An unsuspecting elderly lady is oblivious to the scheming of her own staff."

### Why Watch
- Sharp comedy-crime blend
- Directed by veteran Jean Delannoy
- Features veteran actress Françoise Rosay

### Caveats & Content Note
- Period humor may feel dated
- M/18 rating limits younger viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s mature themes and rating make it suitable for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedic, crime, lighthearted, retro

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jean Delannoy
- **Networks / Studios**: West Film, Maran Film, Les Films Marceau

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Françoise Rosay** as *Mrs. Morelli-Johnson*
- **Anny Duperey** as *Marthe*
- **Bruno Pradal** as *Alain Morelli*
- **Philippe Clay** as *Jack Bromfield*
- **Olivier Hussenot** as *Me Weidman*
- **Daniel Ceccaldi** as *Gérard Chardonnet*
- **Henri-Jacques Huet** as *Judicial police inspector*
- **Harald Leipnitz** as *Victor Masson*
- **Madeleine Barret**
- **Madeleine Bouchez** as *Friend of Mrs. Morelli, card player*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is a comedy crime film.

### Q: Who directed the movie?
Jean Delannoy directed the film.

### Q: Which actors headline the cast?
Françoise Rosay, Anny Duperey and Bruno Pradal star in it.

### Q: What is the basic premise?
An old lady remains unaware of the activities of her servants.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is one hour and thirty‑six minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Not Dumb, the Bird — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/444271)
- [Not Dumb, The Bird - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Not_Dumb,_The_Bird)

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