---
title: "Three Days to Live"
year: 1958
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/three-days-to-live-1958"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 87832
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 85
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Three Days to Live (1958) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/three-days-to-live-1958

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Three Days to Live is a 1958 crime drama and thriller centered on Simon, a struggling actor who witnesses a murder. Although he does not see the killer, Simon falsely claims he did to get his name in the newspapers, which leads the murderer to target him. He is eventually aided by Jeanne, a fellow aspiring actress with a crush on him.

The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in August 1957 and featured set designs by art director Roger Briaucourt. It blends elements of drama and suspense within a concise 85-minute runtime.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A struggling actor claims to have seen a killer to gain fame, attracting a deadly target."

### Why Watch
- Features a plot centered on the dangers of seeking fame through falsehoods
- Includes a dynamic between two aspiring actors
- Premiered at the Cannes Film Festival

### Caveats & Content Note
- The story focuses on a protagonist who dishonestly claims to have witnessed a crime
- Tone & Suitability: This crime drama and thriller has a runtime of 1 hour and 25 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #crime-thriller, #1950s-cinema, #aspiring-actors, #deadly-miscalculation, #french-release

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Gilles Grangier
- **Networks / Studios**: International Motion Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Daniel Gélin** as *Simon Belin*
- **Jeanne Moreau** as *Jeanne Fortin*
- **Lino Ventura** as *Lino Ferrari*
- **Georges Flamant** as *Inspector Segalier*
- **Albert Augier** as *Dédé*
- **Aimé Clariond** as *Charlie Bianchi*
- **Roland Armontel** as *Alexandre Bérimont*
- **Moustache** as *Davros*
- **Joëlle Bernard** as *Mauricette*
- **Robert Rollis** as *Lucien Morisot*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Three Days to Live?
The provided sources do not list current streaming platforms for this film.

### Q: Is Three Days to Live worth watching?
Viewers interested in 1950s crime thrillers and stories about the desperation for fame may find it compelling.

### Q: What is the duration of the movie?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 25 minutes.

### Q: Are there essential episodes to watch?
This is a feature film, not a series, so it consists of a single narrative.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Three Days to Live — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/87832)
- [Three Days to Live - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Days_to_Live)
- [Three Days to Live (2017) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/634706-three-days-to-live/prehled/)
- [Three Days to Vegas (2007) - FDb.cz](https://www.fdb.cz/film/88575-three-days-to-vegas)

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