Diabolique (1955)
Kernel Score: 88% · 1,074 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Thriller, Mystery
Released: 1955-01-29
Runtime: 117 minutes
Where to watch Diabolique
- Stream: TCM, HBO Max, Artify
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US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
The cruel and abusive headmaster of a boarding school, Michel Delassalle, is murdered by an unlikely duo -- his meek wife and the mistress he brazenly flaunts. The women become increasingly unhinged by a series of odd occurrences after Delassalle's corpse mysteriously disappears.
Diabolique parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Diabolique is a classic thriller about two women who murder an abusive husband and headmaster, only to be haunted by mysterious occurrences.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Centers on a murder plot against an abusive husband and the psychological terror that follows, including a frightened victim and missing body.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Véra Clouzot as Christina Delassalle
- Simone Signoret as Nicole Horner
- Paul Meurisse as Michel Delassalle
- Charles Vanel as Police Inspector Alfred Fichet
- Jean Brochard as Plantiveau
- Pierre Larquey as Mr. Drain
- Michel Serrault as Mr. Raymond
- Yves-Marie Maurin as Moinet
- Georges Poujouly as Soudieu
- Thérèse Dorny as Mrs. Herboux
Diabolique FAQ
Is Diabolique good?
Diabolique has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,074 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Diabolique?
In the US you can stream Diabolique on TCM, HBO Max and Artify, watch it free with ads on Darkroom, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, Plex and Mometu and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home and Artify.
Is Diabolique OK for kids?
Diabolique is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Diabolique is a classic thriller about two women who murder an abusive husband and headmaster, only to be haunted by mysterious occurrences.
What movies are like Diabolique?
If you liked Diabolique, try Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte, The Postman Always Rings Twice, The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane and Coup de Torchon.