The Ferret (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1950, The Ferret is a crime film directed by Raymond Leboursier, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A mysterious figure signing himself "The Ferret" keeps sending letters to the police, tipping them off about murders that are to be committed around Paris. Among those caught up in the police manhunt is a fraudulent clairvoyant.
Who’s in it. The Ferret stars Jany Holt as Cécile, Colette Darfeuil as Louise Heller, Pierre Renoir as Docteur Dauvel-Juste and Jacques Baumer as Commissaire Hyacinthe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Ferret has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ferret page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ferret tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ferret (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ferret change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ferret worth watching?
- The Ferret holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ferret?
- The Ferret stars Jany Holt, Colette Darfeuil, Pierre Renoir, Jacques Baumer and Jean-Jacques Delbo.
- When was The Ferret released?
- The Ferret was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.