Yellow Canary (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1943, Yellow Canary is a thriller, drama and war film directed by Herbert Wilcox, running about 94 minutes. “Blonde and Beautiful...Despised and Hated!...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A socialite poses as a Nazi spy to mask her activities as a British agent.
Who’s in it. Yellow Canary stars Anna Neagle as Sally Maitland, Richard Greene as Lieutenant Commander Jim Garrick, Nova Pilbeam as Betty Maitland and Albert Lieven as Jan Orlock, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Yellow Canary has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Yellow Canary page.
If you liked it. Fans of Yellow Canary tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Yellow Canary (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yellow Canary change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Yellow Canary worth watching?
- Yellow Canary holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Yellow Canary?
- Yellow Canary stars Anna Neagle, Richard Greene, Nova Pilbeam, Albert Lieven and Lucie Mannheim.
- When was Yellow Canary released?
- Yellow Canary was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.