Marie-Octobre (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1959, Marie-Octobre is a drama and mystery film directed by Julien Duvivier, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A group of ex-resistance fighters are brought together by Marie-Octobre, the code name of Marie-Helene Dumoulin. The former members of the network have carried on with their lives after the war, but this evening they are going to have to live again a fateful night – the night their leader was killed. He had been betrayed, his name given to the Germans. The search for the traitor puts each personality in the spotlight – and also that of the killed leader, Castille.
Who’s in it. Marie-Octobre stars Danielle Darrieux as Marie-Hélène Dumoulin, Paul Meurisse as François Renaud-Picart, Bernard Blier as Julien Simoneau and Noël Roquevert as Étienne Vandamme, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Marie-Octobre has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Marie-Octobre page.
If you liked it. Fans of Marie-Octobre tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Marie-Octobre (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Marie-Octobre change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Marie-Octobre worth watching?
- Marie-Octobre holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Marie-Octobre?
- Marie-Octobre stars Danielle Darrieux, Paul Meurisse, Bernard Blier, Noël Roquevert and Lino Ventura.
- When was Marie-Octobre released?
- Marie-Octobre was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.