The Madonna's Secret
Synopsis
This drama is an updated version of Ulmer's 1944 film Bluebeard. It is set in New York and follows the exploits of an eccentric Parisian painter who has come to New York to escape a controversy surrounding his work. The trouble stems when the model he has used in all his work is found floating dead in the Seine.
Top Cast
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Francis Lederer
James Harlan Corbin
Gail Patrick
Ella Randolph
Ann Rutherford
Linda 'Morgan' North
Edward Ashley
John Earl
Linda Stirling
Helen North
John Litel
Lt. Roberts
Leona Roberts
Mrs. Corbin
Michael St. Angel
Hunt Mason (as Michael Hawks)
Clifford Brooke
Mr. Hadley
Pierre Watkin
District Attorney
Will Wright
The Riverman
Geraldine Wall
Miss Joyce
John Hamilton
Lambert
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 16, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wilhelm Thiele
- Screenplay & Story
- Bradbury Foote, Wilhelm Thiele
- Original Score
- Joseph Dubin
- Original Title
- The Madonna's Secret
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wilhelm Thiele
Bradbury Foote, Wilhelm Thiele
Joseph Dubin
John Alton
Fred Allen
Stephen Auer
Department Leadership Roster
Wilhelm Thiele
Director
Bradbury Foote
Writer
Wilhelm Thiele
Writer
Stephen Auer
Producer
Joseph Dubin
Original Music Composer
John Alton
Director of Photography
Fred Allen
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Madonna's Secret
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Madonna's Secret about?
This drama is an updated version of Ulmer's 1944 film Bluebeard. It is set in New York and follows the exploits of an eccentric Parisian painter who has come to New York to escape a controversy surrounding his work. The trouble stems when the model he has used in all his work is found floating dead in the Seine.
Who directed The Madonna's Secret?
The Madonna's Secret was directed by Wilhelm Thiele.
Who stars in The Madonna's Secret?
The principal cast of The Madonna's Secret includes Francis Lederer, Gail Patrick, Ann Rutherford, Edward Ashley, Linda Stirling.
When was The Madonna's Secret released and how long is it?
The Madonna's Secret was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.
Who composed the musical score for The Madonna's Secret?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Madonna's Secret was composed by Joseph Dubin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Madonna's Secret?
The Madonna's Secret holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).