The Strange Madame X (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1951, The Strange Madame X is a drama film directed by Jean Grémillon, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Irène is the unhappy wife of a wealthy publisher, Jacques Voisin-Larive, who cares about her no more than a beautiful piece of furniture. Her meeting with Étienne, a young cabinetmaker with whom she falls in love, turns her dismal existence upside down. Not wanting to reveal her condition to her lover, she pretends to be a modest maid, employed by the Voisin-Larive. At the end of a weekend spent with her lover, Irène discovers that she is pregnant. The fragile balance of their existence is suddenly broken. Taking the initiative, she reveals her affair to Jacques and tells him about her desire to divorce. But her husband has no intention of giving her back her freedom...
Who’s in it. The Strange Madame X stars Michèle Morgan as Irène Voisin-Larive, Henri Vidal as Étienne, Arlette Thomas as Jeannette and Louise Conte as Angèle, maid, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Strange Madame X has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Strange Madame X page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Strange Madame X tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Strange Madame X (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Strange Madame X change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Strange Madame X worth watching?
- The Strange Madame X holds an audience score of 5.3 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 Strange Madame X?
- The Strange Madame X stars Michèle Morgan, Henri Vidal, Arlette Thomas, Louise Conte and Robert Vattier.
- When was The Strange Madame X released?
- The Strange Madame X was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.