Movie

The Scapegoat

“He took another man's name... lived another man's life... loved another man's woman!”

★ 6.8(39)19591h 32m

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Good to know

Director: Robert Hamer
Release date: 1959-08-06
Runtime: 1h 32m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Du Maurier-Guinness

The Scapegoat — trailer

About The Scapegoat

The Scapegoat is a 1959 movie in the Mystery, Crime and Thriller genres, directed by Robert Hamer, starring Alec Guinness, Bette Davis and Nicole Maurey. It has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 39 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Scapegoat in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An Englishman in France unwittingly is placed into the identity, and steps into the vacated life, of a look-alike French nobleman.

Cast

Alec Guinness

John Barratt / Jacques De Gue

Bette Davis

Countess

Nicole Maurey

Bela

Irene Worth

Francoise

Pamela Brown

Blanche

Annabel Bartlett

Marie-Noel

Geoffrey Keen

Gaston

Noel Howlett

Dr. Aloin

Peter Bull

Aristide

Leslie French

Lacoste

Alan Webb

Inspector

Maria Britneva

Maid

Themes & keywords

chauffeurfranceupper classdrug addictionmarriage contractmurdercountesslook-alikemistressblack and whitedeathassumed identitydowagerdrugged drinkenglishman abroad

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Scapegoat in Mexico?+

The Scapegoat is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Scapegoat on Netflix?+

The Scapegoat is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Scapegoat?+

The Scapegoat has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

Who stars in The Scapegoat?+

The Scapegoat stars Alec Guinness, Bette Davis, Nicole Maurey, Irene Worth and Pamela Brown.

When did The Scapegoat come out?+

The Scapegoat is a 1959 movie directed by Robert Hamer.

What genre is The Scapegoat?+

The Scapegoat is Mystery, Crime and Thriller film.

Who directed The Scapegoat?+

The Scapegoat was directed by Robert Hamer.