Monsieur Verdoux (1947)
Kernel Score: 87% · 463 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama
Released: 1947-08-27
Runtime: 124 minutes
Where to watch Monsieur Verdoux
- Stream: The Criterion Channel, TCM, HBO Max
- Free with ads: Kanopy
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
The film is about an unemployed banker, Henri Verdoux, and his sociopathic methods of attaining income. While being both loyal and competent in his work, Verdoux has been laid-off. To make money for his wife and child, he marries wealthy widows and then murders them. His crime spree eventually works against him when two particular widows break his normal routine.
Monsieur Verdoux parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Monsieur Verdoux is a classic Chaplin dark comedy about a man who marries and murders wealthy widows for money.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Central plot involves a serial killer murdering his wives for financial gain, played as dark comedy.
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
- Charlie Chaplin as Henri Verdoux
- Mady Correll as Mona Verdoux
- Allison Roddan as Peter Verdoux
- Robert Lewis as Maurice Bottello
- Audrey Betz as Martha Bottello
- Martha Raye as Annabella Bonheur
- Ada May as Annette, Annabella's maid
- Isobel Elsom as Marie Grosnay
- Marjorie Bennett as Marie's Maid
- Helene Heigh as Yvonne La Salle, Marie's friend
Monsieur Verdoux FAQ
Is Monsieur Verdoux good?
Monsieur Verdoux has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 463 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Monsieur Verdoux?
In the US you can stream Monsieur Verdoux on The Criterion Channel, TCM and HBO Max, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is Monsieur Verdoux OK for kids?
Monsieur Verdoux is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Monsieur Verdoux is a classic Chaplin dark comedy about a man who marries and murders wealthy widows for money.
What movies are like Monsieur Verdoux?
If you liked Monsieur Verdoux, try Mildred Pierce, The Asphalt Jungle, The Roaring Twenties and Raise the Red Lantern.