Dreyfus (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film
Released in 1931, Dreyfus is a drama and history film directed by Milton Rosmer, running about 92 minutes. “A Page Torn from History!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1894, French officer Alfred Dreyfus is wrongly convicted for the treasonous acts of another man, Major Esterhazy. When investigations begin into the dubious evidence used in the trial, an institutional coverup begins, aided by fears of army disgrace and anti-Semitic paranoia against Dreyfus. But a determined group, headed by prominent author Émile Zola, leads a mounting public call to reopen the Dreyfus case.
Who’s in it. Dreyfus stars Cedric Hardwicke as Captain Alfred Dreyfus, Charles Carson as Colonel Georges Picquart, Sam Livesey as Fernand Labori and George Merritt as Émile Zola, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dreyfus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dreyfus tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dreyfus (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dreyfus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Dreyfus?
- Dreyfus stars Cedric Hardwicke, Charles Carson, Sam Livesey, George Merritt and Beatrix Thomson.
- When was Dreyfus released?
- Dreyfus was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.