Monsieur Verdoux
1947
Movie Information
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.
Release Date
September 26, 1947
Director
Charlie Chaplin
Runtime
2h 4m
Cast
Charlie ChaplinMady CorrellAllison RoddanRobert LewisAudrey BetzMartha RayeAda MayIsobel ElsomMarjorie BennettHelene Heigh
Production
Charles Chaplin ProductionsUnited Artists
Genres
ComedyCrimeDrama