
Maigret Sets a Trap
Directed by Jean Delannoy
Produced by Jolly Film, Intermondia Films
A methodical, somber procedural where a brilliant detective constructs an elaborate psychological trap to catch a serial killer, balancing intellectual rigor with moral gravity.
Four women are murdered, each knifed and, despite torn garments, remain virtuous. As famed police inspector Jules Maigret pieces the clues together, he comes to realise that for the elusive man that he suspects to be unmasked, he has to set a trap.
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Questions people ask
Is Maigret Sets a Trap scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.
Is Maigret Sets a Trap sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.
Is Maigret Sets a Trap violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Does Maigret Sets a Trap end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 63% of films.
Is Maigret Sets a Trap easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
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Like Maigret Sets a Trap
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Maigret Sets a Trap
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Maigret Sets a Trap, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Maigret Sets a Trap, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Maigret Sets a Trap, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































