The Clouded Yellow (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1950, The Clouded Yellow is a thriller, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Ralph Thomas, running about 95 minutes. “Tense, exciting, unusual !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After leaving the British Secret Service, David Somers (played by Trevor Howard) finds work cataloging butterflies at the country house of Nicholas and Jess Fenton. After the murder of a local gamekeeper, suspicion (wrongfully) falls on their niece, Sophie Malraux (Jean Simmons). Somers helps Sophie to escape arrest and they go on the run together. After a cross-country chase they arrive at a coastal city with the intention of leaving the country by ship. All's well that ends well after the true identity of the murderer is revealed.
Who’s in it. The Clouded Yellow stars Jean Simmons as Sophie Malraux, Trevor Howard as Maj. David Somers, Sonia Dresdel as Jess Fenton and Barry Jones as Nicholas Fenton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Clouded Yellow 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 Clouded Yellow page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Clouded Yellow tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Clouded Yellow (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Clouded Yellow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Clouded Yellow worth watching?
- The Clouded Yellow holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Clouded Yellow?
- The Clouded Yellow stars Jean Simmons, Trevor Howard, Sonia Dresdel, Barry Jones and Kenneth More.
- When was The Clouded Yellow released?
- The Clouded Yellow was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.