Alias French Gertie (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1930, Alias French Gertie is a crime film directed by George Archainbaud, running about 66 minutes.
What it’s about. A safecracker poses as a French maid in order to gain access to wealthy homes. In the midst of a nocturnal search for a cache of valuables, she is interrupted by another safecracker. Narrowly escaping arrest, they decide to pool their talents, but she gets the urge to reform and encourages him to do the same.
Who’s in it. Alias French Gertie stars Bebe Daniels as Gertie Jones, Ben Lyon as Jimmy Hartigan, Robert Emmett O'Connor as Detective Kelcey and Daisy Belmore as Mrs. Matson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Alias French Gertie has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Alias French Gertie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alias French Gertie tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alias French Gertie (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alias French Gertie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alias French Gertie worth watching?
- Alias French Gertie holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Alias French Gertie?
- Alias French Gertie stars Bebe Daniels, Ben Lyon, Robert Emmett O'Connor, Daisy Belmore and John Ince.
- When was Alias French Gertie released?
- Alias French Gertie was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.