Bluebeard (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1951, Bluebeard is a fantasy and comedy film directed by Christian-Jaque, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. "Bluebeard" (German: "Blaubart") is a 1951 black comedy film directed by Christian-Jaque and starring Hans Albers, Cécile Aubry and Fritz Kortner. Based on the fairy tale "Bluebeard" by Charles Perrault, it was a co-production between West Germany, France and Switzerland. It was made using the Gevacolor process. A separate French-language version, "Barbe-Bleue", was also made.
Who’s in it. Bluebeard stars Hans Albers as Blaubart, Cécile Aubry as Aline, Fritz Kortner as Haushofsmeister and Lina Carstens as Amme, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Bluebeard 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 Bluebeard page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bluebeard tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bluebeard (1951)?
- 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 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Bluebeard?
- Bluebeard stars Hans Albers, Cécile Aubry, Fritz Kortner, Lina Carstens and Arno Paulsen.
- When was Bluebeard released?
- Bluebeard was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.