The Private Affairs of Bel Ami
“All women take to men who have the appearance of wickedness”
Synopsis
A self-serving journalist uses influential women in late-1800s Paris and denies the one who truly loves him.
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George Sanders
Georges Duroy
Angela Lansbury
Clotilde de Marelle
Ann Dvorak
Madeleine Forestier
John Carradine
Charles Forestier
Susan Douglas
Suzanne Walter
Hugo Haas
Monsieur Walter
Warren William
Laroche-Mathieu
Frances Dee
Marie de Varenne
Albert Bassermann
Jacques Rival
Marie Wilson
Rachel Michot
Katherine Emery
Madame Walter
Richard Fraser
Philippe de Cantel
John Good
Paul de Cazolles
David Bond
Leonard Mudie
Karolyn Grimes
Jean Del Val
Olaf Hytten
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 25, 1947
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Albert Lewin
- Screenplay & Story
- Albert Lewin
- Original Score
- Darius Milhaud
- Original Title
- The Private Affairs of Bel Ami
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- United Artists, David L. Loew Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Albert Lewin
Albert Lewin, Guy de Maupassant
Darius Milhaud
Russell Metty
Albrecht Joseph
David L. Loew
Department Leadership Roster
Albert Lewin
Director
Albert Lewin
Screenplay
Darius Milhaud
Original Music Composer
Albrecht Joseph
Editor
Gordon Wiles
Production Design
David L. Loew
Producer
Norma Koch
Costume Design
Russell Metty
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Private Affairs of Bel Ami
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Private Affairs of Bel Ami about?
A self-serving journalist uses influential women in late-1800s Paris and denies the one who truly loves him.
Who directed The Private Affairs of Bel Ami?
The Private Affairs of Bel Ami was directed by Albert Lewin.
Who stars in The Private Affairs of Bel Ami?
The principal cast of The Private Affairs of Bel Ami includes George Sanders, Angela Lansbury, Ann Dvorak, John Carradine, Susan Douglas.
When was The Private Affairs of Bel Ami released and how long is it?
The Private Affairs of Bel Ami was released in 1947 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for The Private Affairs of Bel Ami?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Private Affairs of Bel Ami was composed by Darius Milhaud.
Is The Private Affairs of Bel Ami based on a book or true story?
The Private Affairs of Bel Ami is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Guy de Maupassant".