The Scapegoat
1959, English. Directed by Robert Hamer.
He took another man's name... lived another man's life... loved another man's woman!
An Englishman in France unwittingly is placed into the identity, and steps into the vacated life, of a look-alike French nobleman.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Scapegoat
The Scapegoat isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Details
- Released
- 6 August 1959
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Robert Hamer
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What The Scapegoat is based on
The Scapegoat is based on The Scapegoat (1957) by Daphne du Maurier.
1957
The Scapegoat
By Daphne du Maurier
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The Scapegoat: quick answers
Is The Scapegoat worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Scapegoat?
The Scapegoat runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does The Scapegoat have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Scapegoat. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Scapegoat parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Scapegoat is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Scapegoat on?
The Scapegoat isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Scapegoat?
If you liked The Scapegoat, try Black Angel, Shadow of a Doubt, The Mirror Crack'd.
Who directed The Scapegoat?
The Scapegoat (1959) was directed by Robert Hamer and stars Alec Guinness, Bette Davis, Nicole Maurey.
What is The Scapegoat based on?
The Scapegoat is based on The Scapegoat (1957) by Daphne du Maurier.