Madame Spy (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1942, Madame Spy is a drama and war film directed by Roy William Neill, running about 63 minutes. “MOST EXCITING WOMAN-HUNT IN HISTORY!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Joan Bannister is the wife of globe-trotting war correspondent David Bannister. Returning to the US, Bannister becomes suspicious when Joan begins keeping company with known Nazi functionaries, notably the sinister Mr. Peter. Suspecting that his own wife may be the elusive “Madame Spy” wanted by American authorities, Bannister is in for quite a few surprises.
Who’s in it. Madame Spy stars Constance Bennett as Joan Bannister, Don Porter as David Bannister, John Litel as Peter Rolf and Edward Brophy as Mike Reese, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Madame Spy 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 Spy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Madame Spy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Madame Spy (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Madame Spy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Madame Spy worth watching?
- Madame Spy holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Madame Spy?
- Madame Spy stars Constance Bennett, Don Porter, John Litel, Edward Brophy and John Eldredge.
- When was Madame Spy released?
- Madame Spy was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.