Beating Heart (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1940, Beating Heart is a drama film directed by Henri Decoin, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Tells the story of a young woman escaping from reform school who tries to steal a foreign ambassador's watch but ends up falling in love with him.
Who’s in it. Beating Heart stars Danielle Darrieux as Arlette, Claude Dauphin as Pierre de Rougemont, André Luguet as Le comte d'Argay - l'ambassadeur and Junie Astor as La comtesse Florence d'Argay - l'ambassadrice, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Beating Heart 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 Beating Heart page.
If you liked it. Fans of Beating Heart tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Beating Heart (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beating Heart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Beating Heart worth watching?
- Beating Heart holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Beating Heart?
- Beating Heart stars Danielle Darrieux, Claude Dauphin, André Luguet, Junie Astor and Charles Dechamps.
- When was Beating Heart released?
- Beating Heart was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.