Serenade to the Executioner (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film
Released in 1951, Serenade to the Executioner is a notable film directed by Jean Stelli, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Schomberg, an enigmatic psychiatrist runs a nursing home. He is forced to close his clinic and disappear to escape the police. But he wants revenge on his wife's lover, Didier Laurent, a former RAF fighter pilot. Didier meets a young trapeze artist, Paula, with whom he falls in love. The happiness of the two young people is disturbed by the assassination of Irene, strangled by Schomberg who casts suspicion on Didier. Fortunately for them Commissioner Ulysses knows the truth and forces Schomberg to commit suicide.
Who’s in it. Serenade to the Executioner stars Paul Meurisse, Tilda Thamar, Antonin Berval and Julien Bertheau, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Serenade to the Executioner page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Serenade to the Executioner (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Serenade to the Executioner change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Serenade to the Executioner?
- Serenade to the Executioner stars Paul Meurisse, Tilda Thamar, Antonin Berval, Julien Bertheau and Solange Varenne.
- When was Serenade to the Executioner released?
- Serenade to the Executioner was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.