Beast at Bay (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1959, Beast at Bay is a thriller and drama film directed by Pierre Chenal, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Melun, on 1959. On the return to an auction, a young and attractive widow, Elisabeth Vernon, finds at her home(with her) a wounded escapee of prison. The fugitive, Daniel Morane, is a handsome boy and justifies himself crimes(murders) of which we accuse it. The young woman is allowed convince, seduce, feels sorry, and agrees to help him(it). But during their escape(mare), the doubt seizes her …
Who’s in it. Beast at Bay stars Françoise Arnoul as Elizabeth Vernoult, Henri Vidal as Daniel Morane, Gaby Sylvia as Gilberte and Agnès Laury as Agnès Le Guen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Beast at Bay has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Beast at Bay page.
If you liked it. Fans of Beast at Bay tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Beast at Bay (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beast at Bay change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Beast at Bay worth watching?
- Beast at Bay holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Beast at Bay?
- Beast at Bay stars Françoise Arnoul, Henri Vidal, Gaby Sylvia, Agnès Laury and Jean Brochard.
- When was Beast at Bay released?
- Beast at Bay was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.