Arch of Triumph (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1948, Arch of Triumph is a drama and romance film directed by Lewis Milestone, running about 133 minutes. “The story of an outcast and a killer!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the winter of 1938, Paris is crowded with refugees from the Nazis, who live in the black shadows of night, trying to evade deportation. One such is Dr. Ravic, who practices medicine illegally and stalks his old Nazi enemy Haake with murder in mind. One rainy night, Ravic meets Joan Madou, a kept woman cast adrift by her lover's sudden death. Against Ravic's better judgment, they become involved in a doomed affair.
Who’s in it. Arch of Triumph stars Ingrid Bergman as Joan Madou, Charles Boyer as Dr. Ravic, Charles Laughton as Ivon Haake and Louis Calhern as Boris Morosov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Arch of Triumph 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 Arch of Triumph page.
If you liked it. Fans of Arch of Triumph tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Arch of Triumph (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Arch of Triumph change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Arch of Triumph worth watching?
- Arch of Triumph holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Arch of Triumph?
- Arch of Triumph stars Ingrid Bergman, Charles Boyer, Charles Laughton, Louis Calhern and Ruth Warrick.
- When was Arch of Triumph released?
- Arch of Triumph was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 133 minutes.