Wicked Duchess (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1942, Wicked Duchess is a drama film directed by Jacques de Baroncelli, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Edwige Feuillère and Pierre Richard-Willm star in director Jacques de Baroncelli's adaptation of the Balzac novella The Duchesse de Langeais, which tells the tale of a Parisian socialite who is romantically pursued by a Napoleonic war hero. With a screenplay by Jean Giraudoux.
Who’s in it. Wicked Duchess stars Pierre Richard-Willm as Armand de Montriveau, Aimé Clariond as Ronquerolles, Lise Delamare as Madame de Serizy and Edwige Feuillère as Antoinette de Langeais, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Wicked Duchess 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 Wicked Duchess page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wicked Duchess tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wicked Duchess (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wicked Duchess change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wicked Duchess worth watching?
- Wicked Duchess holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wicked Duchess?
- Wicked Duchess stars Pierre Richard-Willm, Aimé Clariond, Lise Delamare, Edwige Feuillère and Charles Granval.
- When was Wicked Duchess released?
- Wicked Duchess was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.