Bluebeard (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1972, Bluebeard is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Edward Dmytryk, running about 125 minutes. “He had a WAY with the world's most beautiful, most seductive, most glamorous women ...he did AWAY with them.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Baron von Sepper is an Austrian aristocrat noted for his blue-toned beard, and his appetite for beautiful wives. His latest spouse, an American beauty named Anne, discovers a vault in his castle that's filled with the frozen bodies of several beautiful women.
Who’s in it. Bluebeard stars Richard Burton as Baron von Sepper, Raquel Welch as Magdalena, Virna Lisi as Elga and Nathalie Delon as Erika, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Bluebeard has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bluebeard page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bluebeard tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bluebeard (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bluebeard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bluebeard worth watching?
- Bluebeard holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bluebeard?
- Bluebeard stars Richard Burton, Raquel Welch, Virna Lisi, Nathalie Delon and Karin Schubert.
- When was Bluebeard released?
- Bluebeard was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.