13 Rue Madeleine (1947): cast, story & where to watch

1947 · Film · ★ 5.9

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Released in 1947, 13 Rue Madeleine is a thriller and war film directed by Henry Hathaway, running about 95 minutes. “The Most Sinister Address in History!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Bob Sharkey, an instructor of would-be spies for the Allied Office of Strategic Services, becomes suspicious of one of the latest batch of students, Bill O'Connell, who is too good at espionage. His boss, Charles Gibson confirms that O'Connell is really a top German agent, but tells Sharkey to pass him, as they intend to feed the mole false information about the impending D-Day invasion.

Who’s in it. 13 Rue Madeleine stars James Cagney as Robert Emmett 'Bob' Sharkey, Annabella as Suzanne de Beaumont, Richard Conte as William H. 'Bill' O'Connell and Frank Latimore as Jeff Lassiter, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, 13 Rue Madeleine 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 13 Rue Madeleine page.

If you liked it. Fans of 13 Rue Madeleine tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch 13 Rue Madeleine (1947)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for 13 Rue Madeleine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is 13 Rue Madeleine worth watching?
13 Rue Madeleine holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in 13 Rue Madeleine?
13 Rue Madeleine stars James Cagney, Annabella, Richard Conte, Frank Latimore and Walter Abel.
When was 13 Rue Madeleine released?
13 Rue Madeleine was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.