Discretion Wanted (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 8.6
Released in 1946, Discretion Wanted is a drama film directed by Ole Palsbo, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. In order to supplement the family income, Marius Bastrup rents his unused rooms to young women looking for a "discreet stay." The drama in the film revolves around the young women and their circumstances, especially as it relates to one girl's abortion.
Who’s in it. Discretion Wanted stars Ib Schønberg as Marius Bastrup, Betty Helsengreen as Johanne Bastrup, Lise Thomsen as Aase Iversen and Lily Broberg as Hushjælp Thyra Larsen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.6/10, Discretion Wanted sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Discretion Wanted page.
If you liked it. Fans of Discretion Wanted tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Discretion Wanted (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Discretion Wanted change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Discretion Wanted worth watching?
- Discretion Wanted holds an audience score of 8.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Discretion Wanted?
- Discretion Wanted stars Ib Schønberg, Betty Helsengreen, Lise Thomsen, Lily Broberg and Bjørn Watt-Boolsen.
- When was Discretion Wanted released?
- Discretion Wanted was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.