The structural characteristics of films cathodically electrodeposited from a dimethylsulfoxide solution containing cadmium chloride and elemental sulfur have been studied. The thickness, continuity, smoothness, and the degree of substrate coverage of the films have been examined using stylustype surface profiling techniques, x‐ray diffractometer patterns, and scanning electron microscopy. The composition of the films was examined using Rutherford backscattering spectrometry. It is concluded that high quality films of with a high degree of crystal structure can be electrodeposited in this manner and that minority components may be easily incorporated in the films.