Madame Bovary (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1934, Madame Bovary is a drama film directed by Jean Renoir, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Soon after the death of his first wife (whose dowry was inadequate), Charles Bovary, a country doctor in Normandy, marries Emma Rouault. In her new home, Emma finds conflict with her mother-in-law, a husband uninterested in the social whirl, and general discontentment; thereby proving an easy conquest for philanderer Rodolphe. Other lovers follow. Does tragedy await?
Who’s in it. Madame Bovary stars Valentine Tessier as Emma Bovary, Pierre Renoir as Charles Bovary, Alice Tissot as Madame Bovary, la mère de Charles and Héléna Manson as Héloïse Bovary, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Madame Bovary 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 Madame Bovary page.
If you liked it. Fans of Madame Bovary tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Madame Bovary (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Madame Bovary change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Madame Bovary worth watching?
- Madame Bovary holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Madame Bovary?
- Madame Bovary stars Valentine Tessier, Pierre Renoir, Alice Tissot, Héléna Manson and Max Dearly.
- When was Madame Bovary released?
- Madame Bovary was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.