Émile Durand, an insecticide manufacturer, is appalled to learn that his son Gérard has fallen in love with Suzy, the daughter of a travelling theatre company. Realising his father will never favour the union, Gérard joins the company on their next tour. In an attempt to heal the rift, Durand’s wife goes after Gérard and ends up performing in their next play…
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Jean RichardCésar Beauminet | César Beauminet |
 Roger PierreGérard Durand | Gérard Durand |
 Louis de FunèsÉmile Durand | Émile Durand |
| NNicky ValorCéline Valmont | Céline Valmont |
 Danièle LebrunSuzy Beauminet | Suzy Beauminet |
 Annick TanguyFanny Beauminet | Fanny Beauminet |
 Robert RollisErnest | Ernest |
 Max DesrauPépé Beauminet | Pépé Beauminet |
| BBilly BourbonAlbert Albert | Albert Albert |
 Madeleine BarbuléeAdélaïde Benoit | Adélaïde Benoit |
 Jane HellyMarguerite Durand | Marguerite Durand |
 Christian MarinLéon | Léon |