Prelude to Glory (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1950, Prelude to Glory is a drama film directed by Georges Lacombe, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Roberto, a 10-year-old boy, is drawn to music. An old organist discovers his gifts, and begins his musical education which will lead him to the head of an orchestra.
Who’s in it. Prelude to Glory stars Roberto Benzi as Roberto, Paul Bernard as M. Dumonteix, Louise Conte as Mme Dumonteix and Robert Pizani as Fleuriot, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Prelude to Glory has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Prelude to Glory page.
If you liked it. Fans of Prelude to Glory tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Prelude to Glory (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Prelude to Glory change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Prelude to Glory worth watching?
- Prelude to Glory holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Prelude to Glory?
- Prelude to Glory stars Roberto Benzi, Paul Bernard, Louise Conte, Robert Pizani and Jean Debucourt.
- When was Prelude to Glory released?
- Prelude to Glory was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.