The Letter
After a woman shoots a man to death, a damning letter she wrote raises suspicions.
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Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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The Letter (1940) Opening Scene: Bette Davis - Herbert Marshall - 1940s Film Noir - Classic Dramas
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Frequently asked questions about The Letter
Where can I watch The Letter in the United States?
The Letter is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Letter?
The Letter scores 7.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Letter?
The Letter stars Bette Davis, Herbert Marshall, James Stephenson, Frieda Inescort, and Gale Sondergaard. William Wyler is the director.
How long is The Letter?
The Letter runs 1h 35m (95 minutes).
When did The Letter come out?
The Letter was released on November 21, 1940.
Which studio made The Letter?
The Letter was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures in the United States.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.