The Phantom Baron (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1943, The Phantom Baron is a drama film directed by Serge de Poligny, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Elfy, Countess of Saint-Hélié's daughter, was brought up with her foster sister Anne, in an old dilapidated castle whose landlord, Baron Julius Carol, disappeared mysteriously some day. The two girls had a playmate, Hervé, the son of the gamekeeper. Now that they are adult, Anne is in love with Hervé while Elfy thinks she loves the young man. One day, the baron's mummified body is found in an oubliette and the secret of the estate is revealed...
Who’s in it. The Phantom Baron stars André Lefaur as Eustache Dauphin dit Monseigneur, le faux Louis XVII, Odette Joyeux as Elfy, Jany Holt as Anne and Alain Cuny as Hervé, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Phantom Baron has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Phantom Baron page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Phantom Baron tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Phantom Baron (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Phantom Baron change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Phantom Baron worth watching?
- The Phantom Baron holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Phantom Baron?
- The Phantom Baron stars André Lefaur, Odette Joyeux, Jany Holt, Alain Cuny and Jean Cocteau.
- When was The Phantom Baron released?
- The Phantom Baron was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.