The Blonde Witch (1956): cast, story & where to watch

1956 · Film · ★ 7

The Blonde Witch poster

Released in 1956, The Blonde Witch is a drama and romance film directed by André Michel, running about 97 minutes.

What it’s about. Brulard, a French civil engineer on assignment in a remote Swedish village, meets Ina, who has been raised in forested isolation by her haggish mother and believes herself to be a witch. He falls in love with her and tries to convert her to civilization; but in the meantime, his female boss, Kristina, has fallen in love with him, while the villagers turn against him for consorting with someone they believe is cursed by the Devil.

Who’s in it. The Blonde Witch stars Marina Vlady as Aino [Ina, US version], Nicole Courcel as Kristina Lundgren, Maurice Ronet as Laurent Brulard and Rune Lindström as Pastor Hermansson [Heckmanson, US version], among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Blonde Witch 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 The Blonde Witch page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Blonde Witch tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Blonde Witch (1956)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blonde Witch change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Blonde Witch worth watching?
The Blonde Witch holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Blonde Witch?
The Blonde Witch stars Marina Vlady, Nicole Courcel, Maurice Ronet, Rune Lindström and Michel Etcheverry.
When was The Blonde Witch released?
The Blonde Witch was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.