We're No Angels

Released Jul 7, 1955

1h 46m

Comedy

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After breaking out of prison on Devil's Island, Joseph (Humphrey Bogart) and his two cohorts flee to a nearby town and hide in a shop run by kindhearted Felix (Leo G. Carroll) ; his wife, Amelie (Joan Bennett) ; and their daughter. The three men plan to rob the store and board a ship the next day, but they soon change their minds after sharing Christmas dinner with the family. When they learn of the family's financial troubles, the convicts decide instead to carry out a few good deeds.

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Rachel Wagner

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This movie is dull and sorely lacking in charisma or fun.

Rated: 3/10

Mar 6, 2019

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Steve Crum

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Very funny, at least for Bogart, which casts him amongst cons on the run.

Rated: 4/5

Feb 17, 2008

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Emanuel Levy

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Rated: 4/5

Oct 1, 2005

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Ryan J

Pure tongue in cheek satire at it's finest. An all star cast of superlative actors who took the licence to enhance their characters drawing on their films and roles of the past. Bogart pure snide dead pan from his detective days, Ustinov morose victim of life and circumstances, and Ray, very much a lethal killer, but all three with hearts of gold. Carrol of course was the bumbling Topper, and Rathbone, the excessively evil bad guy from his horror films. Everyone obviously enjoyed satirizing their past roles and the overall portrayals clearly displayed they were having fun and not taking themselves or their roles too seriously. Bogart, "Cut their throats. Gouge their eyes out. After we do the dishes." Ustinov in his most serious sad mien, "Ah yes, Marseilles. Terrible wicked place. Rotten to the core. I loved every minute."

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/01/24

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Steve D

Absolutely none of it worked for me.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

01/18/24

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Meri13

My family and I love this film! It's one of those films that you find yourself smiling often. It's a rarity in today's world. I felt that the only cast member who didn't seem to fit was Gloria Talbott. Probably because she was known for "starring" in low-budget scifi films. Everyone else was terrific, especially the "angels." Basil Rathbone held his own by being the sneering, miserly family/boss man. Joan Bennet was gorgeous as usual and her singing voice was perfect. We have this one on dvd and take it out once in a while to enjoy over again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/28/23

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MyPhone

I stumbled upon this movie many year's ago (I think it was 1972!). It was late Christmas night and my father and I were delighted with it. It became a family tradition and I now have the DVD and watch it every Christmas. The comedic talent is off the scales. We all knew Peter Ustinov was a genius but who knew that Bogie could be so funny? The dialog is snappy and the actors make you love them even though two of them are murderers. Of course, we all love to hate Basil Rathbone and what a great Christmas present to the family when Adolf bit him and cousin Andre. Don't miss this one, it is a classic and should get much more airtime.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/23/22

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Audience Member

This is my favorite Christmas movie, by far. It has Humphrey Bogart and murder. Quote: Andre Trochard : You men are murderers. Joseph : Not me. I'm a maniac.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/05/23

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Tom M

Funny movie with great cast. Ustinov stands out slightly.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

12/04/20

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Michael Curtiz

Director

Humphrey Bogart

Joseph

Aldo Ray

Albert

Peter Ustinov

Jules

Joan Bennett

Amelie Ducotel

Basil Rathbone

Andre Trochard

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We're No Angels: Official Clip - A Talk About Marriage

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We're No Angels: Official Clip - I Love Only You Three

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We're No Angels: Official Clip - An Extremely Handsome Woman

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We're No Angels: Official Clip - Lovesick Isabelle

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We're No Angels: Official Clip - A Change of Heart

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We're No Angels: Official Clip - A Disappointing Letter

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We're No Angels: Official Clip - A Gifted Salesman

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We're No Angels: Official Clip - Don't Hurt the People You Love

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We're No Angels: Official Clip - The Only Mistake I Ever Made Was Getting Caught

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Synopsis

After breaking out of prison on Devil's Island, Joseph (Humphrey Bogart) and his two cohorts flee to a nearby town and hide in a shop run by kindhearted Felix (Leo G. Carroll) ; his wife, Amelie (Joan Bennett) ; and their daughter. The three men plan to rob the store and board a ship the next day, but they soon change their minds after sharing Christmas dinner with the family. When they learn of the family's financial troubles, the convicts decide instead to carry out a few good deeds.

Director: Michael Curtiz
Screenwriter: Ranald MacDougall
Production Co: Paramount Pictures
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 7, 1955, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 30, 2016
Runtime: 1h 46m

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