The Messenger (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1937, The Messenger is a drama film directed by Raymond Rouleau, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Nick, a Parisian businessman, divorces his rich American wife, marries his new secretary Marie, but is prevented from success in France so travels without his wife to an African outpost. He tells his young assistant Gilbert about his wife. When Gilbert takes sick and returns to Paris, he begins to fall in love with Marie.
Who’s in it. The Messenger stars Gaby Morlay as Marie, Jean Gabin as Nicolas Dange, Mona Goya as Pierrette and Maurice Escande as Géo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Messenger 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 Messenger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Messenger tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Messenger (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Messenger change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Messenger worth watching?
- The Messenger holds an audience score of 6.3 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 Messenger?
- The Messenger stars Gaby Morlay, Jean Gabin, Mona Goya, Maurice Escande and Henri Guisol.
- When was The Messenger released?
- The Messenger was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.