Tainted (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1946, Tainted is a drama film directed by Jean Dréville, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Louberger, director of an orphanage, is full of praise for a former boarder, Mr. Sauval, who has become their benefactor. One night he arrives and he does not seem to be exactly the man described by Louberger. He has in fact become a crooked lawyer and he is wanted for a crime he has just committed. Despite his efforts he will not escape the police but he will manage to remain, in the eyes of the children, at the height of his legend.
Who’s in it. Tainted stars Pierre Fresnay as Sauval, Roger Laugier as Clarence, Michel Vitold as Oxner and Antoine Balpêtré as Louberger, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Tainted has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tainted page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tainted tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tainted (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tainted change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tainted worth watching?
- Tainted holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tainted?
- Tainted stars Pierre Fresnay, Roger Laugier, Michel Vitold, Antoine Balpêtré and Jean Debucourt.
- When was Tainted released?
- Tainted was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.