The Earrings of Madame de... (1953)
Kernel Score: 83% · 251 ratings
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 1953-04-16
Runtime: 105 minutes
Where to watch The Earrings of Madame de...
- Stream: The Criterion Channel, HBO Max
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- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In late 19th century France, the Countess Louise, wife of a wealthy general, sells the earrings her husband gave her on their wedding day to pay off her secret debts, then claims to have lost them. Her husband quickly learns of the deceit, which is the beginning of many tragic misunderstandings, all involving the earrings, the general, the countess, and her new lover, the Italian Baron Donati.
The Earrings of Madame de... parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Earrings of Madame de... is a 1953 French romantic drama about a countess's secret debts and an extramarital affair, with adult themes but no explicit content.
- Sex, romance & nudity: A little — Implied extramarital romance and flirtation; nothing explicit or shown.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Max Ophüls
Cast
- Charles Boyer as Général André de...
- Danielle Darrieux as Comtesse Louise de...
- Vittorio De Sica as Baron Fabrizio Donati
- Jean Debucourt as Monsieur Rémy
- Jean Galland as Monsieur de Bernac
- Mireille Perrey as La Nourrice
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- Jacques Josselin
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The Earrings of Madame de... FAQ
Is The Earrings of Madame de... good?
The Earrings of Madame de... has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 251 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Earrings of Madame de...?
In the US you can stream The Earrings of Madame de... on The Criterion Channel and HBO Max, watch it free with ads on Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is The Earrings of Madame de... OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Earrings of Madame de... is a 1953 French romantic drama about a countess's secret debts and an extramarital affair, with adult themes but no explicit content.
What movies are like The Earrings of Madame de...?
If you liked The Earrings of Madame de..., try Certified Copy, The Heiress, The Age of Innocence and Senso.