The Heiress(1949)
“A truly great motion picture.”
Overview
In 1840s New York, the uneventful and boring days of the daughter of a wealthy doctor come to an end when she meets a dashing poorer man — who may or may not be after her inheritance.
Director
William Wyler
Studio
Paramount Pictures
Budget
$3M
Revenue
$2M
Cast
Olivia de Havilland
as Catherine Sloper
Montgomery Clift
as Morris Townsend
Ralph Richardson
as Dr. Austin Sloper
Miriam Hopkins
as Lavinia Penniman
Vanessa Brown
as Maria
Mona Freeman
as Maria Almond
Ray Collins
as Jefferson Almond
Betty Linley
as Mme. Montgomery
Selena Royle
as Elizabeth Almond
Paul Lees
as Arthur Townsend
Harry Antrim
as M. Abeel
Russ Conway
as Quintus
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1949
Runtime
1h 55m
Language
English
Rating
7.8 / 10
Budget
$3M
Box Office
$2M
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Heiress?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Heiress (1949).
What is The Heiress about?▼
In 1840s New York, the uneventful and boring days of the daughter of a wealthy doctor come to an end when she meets a dashing poorer man — who may or may not be after her inheritance.
Who directed The Heiress?▼
The Heiress was directed by William Wyler and released in 1949. It is a drama, romance, history film.
How long is The Heiress?▼
The Heiress has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
Who stars in The Heiress?▼
The cast of The Heiress includes Olivia de Havilland as Catherine Sloper, Montgomery Clift as Morris Townsend, Ralph Richardson as Dr. Austin Sloper, Miriam Hopkins as Lavinia Penniman, Vanessa Brown as Maria and more.
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