Bluebeard (1901): cast, story & where to watch
1901 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1901, Bluebeard is a fantasy, drama and horror film directed by Georges Méliès, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. A young woman becomes the eighth wife of the wealthy Bluebeard, whose first seven wives have died under mysterious circumstances.
Who’s in it. Bluebeard stars Georges Méliès as Barbe-bleue, Jehanne d'Alcy as Le Nouvelle Épouse de Barbe-bleue (as Jeanne d'Alcy), Bleuette Bernon as La Fée and Thomas White.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Bluebeard 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 Bluebeard page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bluebeard tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bluebeard (1901)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bluebeard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bluebeard worth watching?
- Bluebeard holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bluebeard?
- Bluebeard stars Georges Méliès, Jehanne d'Alcy, Bleuette Bernon and Thomas White.
- When was Bluebeard released?
- Bluebeard was released in 1901, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.