Odette (1950) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Odette (1950) — The film is based on the true story of Special Operations Executive French-born agent Odette
Odette (1950) Storyline
The film is based on the true story of Special Operations Executive French-born agent Odette Sansom, who was captured by the Germans in 1943, condemned to death and sent to Ravensbrück concentration camp to be executed. However, against all odds she survived the war and testified against the prison guards at the Hamburg Ravensbrück Trials. She was awarded the George Cross in 1946; the first woman ever to receive the award, and the only woman who has been awarded it while still alive. (From Wikipedia, licensed under CC-BY-SA)
Full Cast & Crew
- Anna Neagle as Odette
- Trevor Howard as Captain Peter Churchill
- Marius Goring as Colonel Henri
- Peter Ustinov as Lt. Alex Rabinovich
- Bernard Lee as Jack
- Maurice Buckmaster as Himself
- Alfred Schieske as Camp Commandant
- Gilles Quéant as Jacques (as Gilles Queant)
- Marianne Walla as S.S. Wardress
- Fritz Wendhausen as Colonel (as F.R. Wendhousen)
- Wolf Frees as Major (uncredited)
- Liselotte Goettinger as German POW Camp Officer (uncredited)
- Marie Burke as Mme. Gliere (uncredited)
- Campbell Gray
- George Hilsdon
Why Watch Odette?
The Vibe: Odette is a captivating and well-crafted war movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1950. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.2/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with war-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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