Blood to the Head (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1956, Blood to the Head is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Gilles Grangier, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. François Cardinaud is one of the richest shipowners in the region. But this success arouses resentment and jealousy. When Marthe, his wife, leaves the home without warning, Cardinaud sees her life cracking little by little.
Who’s in it. Blood to the Head stars Jean Gabin as François Cardinaud, Monique Mélinand as Marthe Cardinaud, Renée Faure as Mademoiselle and Paul Frankeur as André Drouin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Blood to the Head 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 Blood to the Head page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blood to the Head tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blood to the Head (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blood to the Head change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Blood to the Head worth watching?
- Blood to the Head holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Blood to the Head?
- Blood to the Head stars Jean Gabin, Monique Mélinand, Renée Faure, Paul Frankeur and Jose Quaglio.
- When was Blood to the Head released?
- Blood to the Head was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.