The Idiot (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1946, The Idiot is a drama film directed by Georges Lampin, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Muichkine, a young Russian prince, returns home to St. Petersburg from a mental institution, determined to spread decency and kindness in the harsh and cruel world. He becomes betrothed to an innocent young girl while trying to save a less-innocent woman from her own travail, but jealousy and his own naivete conjoin to bring about unimaginable tragedy.
Who’s in it. The Idiot stars Gérard Philipe as Miouchkine, Edwige Feuillère as Nastasia, Lucien Coëdel as Rogogine and Sylvie as Madame Ivolvine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Idiot 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 The Idiot page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Idiot tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Idiot (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Idiot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Idiot worth watching?
- The Idiot holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Idiot?
- The Idiot stars Gérard Philipe, Edwige Feuillère, Lucien Coëdel, Sylvie and Jean Debucourt.
- When was The Idiot released?
- The Idiot was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.