Beauty and the Beast (1946): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: Beauty and the Beast
Director: Jean Cocteau
Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Released: 1946
Duration: 96 min
Cast: Jean Marais, Josette Day, Marcel André, Mila Parély, Nane Germon

What Beauty and the Beast Is About

The story of a gentle-hearted beast in love with a simple and beautiful girl. She is drawn to the repellent but strangely fascinating Beast, who tests her fidelity by giving her a key, telling her that if she doesn't return it to him by a specific time, he will die of grief. She is unable to return the key on time, but it is revealed that the Beast is the genuinely handsome one. A simple tale of tragic love that turns into a surreal vision of death, desire, and beauty.

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What is Beauty and the Beast about?

The story of a gentle-hearted beast in love with a simple and beautiful girl. She is drawn to the repellent but strangely fascinating Beast, who tests her fidelity by giving her a key, telling her that if she doesn't return it to him by a specific time, he will die of grief.

Where can I watch Beauty and the Beast?

Beauty and the Beast is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Criterion Channel, HBO Max. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Beauty and the Beast?

Beauty and the Beast runs for 96 minutes (1h 36m).

When did Beauty and the Beast come out?

Beauty and the Beast was released in 1946.

Who directed Beauty and the Beast?

Beauty and the Beast was directed by Jean Cocteau.

Who stars in Beauty and the Beast?

Beauty and the Beast stars Jean Marais, Josette Day, Marcel André, Mila Parély.

What is Beauty and the Beast's rating?

Beauty and the Beast holds 7.9/10 on IMDb and 7.5/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 80 out of 100.