Madame X
“There was always a man... never a name!”
Synopsis
Holly Parker, the wife of a wealthy diplomat, is compromised by the accidental death of a man who has been romantically pursuing her. She is forced by her mother-in-law to assume a new identity in order to save the reputation of her husband and infant son. She wanders the world, trying to forget her heartbreak with the aid of alcohol and unsavory men. Eventually returning to the city of her downfall, she murders a blackmailer who threatens to expose her past. Amazingly, Holly is represented at her murder trial by her now adult son, who has become a public defender. In the hope of protecting her family, she refuses to reveal her real name and is known to the court as "Madame X".
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Lana Turner
Holly Parker
John Forsythe
Clay Anderson
Ricardo Montalban
Phil Benton
Burgess Meredith
Dan Sullivan
Constance Bennett
Estelle
Keir Dullea
Clay Anderson Jr.
John van Dreelen
Christian Torben
Carl Benton Reid
Judge
Virginia Grey
Mimsy
Warren Stevens
Michael Spalding
Teddy Quinn
Young Clay Anderson Jr.
Frank Maxwell
Dr. Evans
Kaaren Verne
Nurse Riborg
Joe De Santis
Harry Carter
Frank Marth
Detective Combs
Bing Russell
Sergeant Riley
Teno Pollick
Manuel Lopez
Jeff Burton
Bromley
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 3, 1966
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 2000
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Lowell Rich
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Holloway
- Original Score
- Frank Skinner
- Original Title
- Madame X
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures, Ross Hunter Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Lowell Rich
Jean Holloway, Alexandre Bisson
Frank Skinner
Russell Metty
Milton Carruth
Ross Hunter
Department Leadership Roster
David Lowell Rich
Director
Jean Holloway
Screenplay
Ross Hunter
Producer
Russell Metty
Director of Photography
Frank Skinner
Original Music Composer
Milton Carruth
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
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Madame X
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Madame X about?
Holly Parker, the wife of a wealthy diplomat, is compromised by the accidental death of a man who has been romantically pursuing her. She is forced by her mother-in-law to assume a new identity in order to save the reputation of her husband and infant son. She wanders the world, trying to forget her heartbreak with the aid of alcohol and unsavory men. Eventually returning to the city of her downfall, she murders a blackmailer who threatens to expose her past. Amazingly, Holly is represented at her murder trial by her now adult son, who has become a public defender. In the hope of protecting her family, she refuses to reveal her real name and is known to the court as "Madame X".
Who directed Madame X?
Madame X was directed by David Lowell Rich.
Who stars in Madame X?
The principal cast of Madame X includes Lana Turner, John Forsythe, Ricardo Montalban, Burgess Meredith, Constance Bennett.
When was Madame X released and how long is it?
Madame X was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Madame X?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Madame X was composed by Frank Skinner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Madame X?
Madame X holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).