The Case Against X (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1952, The Case Against X is a crime film directed by Richard Pottier, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A wealthy financier is murdered in his desirable mansion.Two lieutenants, a tough guy and a rookie, investigate.
Who’s in it. The Case Against X stars Yves Deniaud as l'inspecteur-chef Bonnardel, Yves Vincent as l'inspecteur Richard, Elina Labourdette as Catherine Villard and Henri Crémieux as Phalempeau, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Case Against X 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 Case Against X page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Case Against X tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Case Against X (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Case Against X change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Case Against X worth watching?
- The Case Against X holds an audience score of 6.8 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 Case Against X?
- The Case Against X stars Yves Deniaud, Yves Vincent, Elina Labourdette, Henri Crémieux and Robert Dalban.
- When was The Case Against X released?
- The Case Against X was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.