The Elusive Pimpernel (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1950, The Elusive Pimpernel is a drama, adventure and romance film directed by Emeric Pressburger, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. A British aristocrat goes in disguise to France to rescue people from The Terror of the guillotine.
Who’s in it. The Elusive Pimpernel stars David Niven as Percy "Scarlet Pimpernel" Blakeney, Margaret Leighton as Marguerite Blakeney, Cyril Cusack as Chauvelin and Jack Hawkins as Prince of Wales, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Elusive Pimpernel 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 Elusive Pimpernel page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Elusive Pimpernel tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Elusive Pimpernel (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Elusive Pimpernel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Elusive Pimpernel worth watching?
- The Elusive Pimpernel holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Elusive Pimpernel?
- The Elusive Pimpernel stars David Niven, Margaret Leighton, Cyril Cusack, Jack Hawkins and Arlette Marchal.
- When was The Elusive Pimpernel released?
- The Elusive Pimpernel was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.