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The Beautiful Sailor (1932): cast, story & where to watch

1932 · Film · ★ 4.8

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Released in 1932, The Beautiful Sailor is a drama film directed by Harry Lachman, running about 80 minutes.

What it’s about. A barge captain saves Marinette from drowning and soon marries her. On the wedding day, Sylvestre, the captain’s best friend, falls in love with Marinette.

Who’s in it. The Beautiful Sailor stars Jean Gabin as Le capitaine, Madeleine Renaud as Marinette, Rosine Deréan as Mique and Pierre Blanchar as Sylvestre, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Beautiful Sailor has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Beautiful Sailor page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Beautiful Sailor tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Beautiful Sailor (1932)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Beautiful Sailor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Beautiful Sailor worth watching?
The Beautiful Sailor holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Beautiful Sailor?
The Beautiful Sailor stars Jean Gabin, Madeleine Renaud, Rosine Deréan, Pierre Blanchar and Jean Wall.
When was The Beautiful Sailor released?
The Beautiful Sailor was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.