The Smiling Madame Beudet (1923): cast, story & where to watch
1923 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1923, The Smiling Madame Beudet is a drama film directed by Germaine Dulac, running about 42 minutes.
What it’s about. One of the first feminist movies, this is the story of an intelligent woman trapped in a loveless marriage.
Who’s in it. The Smiling Madame Beudet stars Germaine Dermoz as Madame Beudet, Alexandre Arquillière as Monsieur Beudet, Jean d'Yd as Monsieur Labas and Yvette Grisier as La bonne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Smiling Madame Beudet 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 Smiling Madame Beudet page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Smiling Madame Beudet tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Smiling Madame Beudet (1923)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Smiling Madame Beudet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Smiling Madame Beudet worth watching?
- The Smiling Madame Beudet holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Smiling Madame Beudet?
- The Smiling Madame Beudet stars Germaine Dermoz, Alexandre Arquillière, Jean d'Yd, Yvette Grisier and Madeleine Guitty.
- When was The Smiling Madame Beudet released?
- The Smiling Madame Beudet was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 42 minutes.