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The Heiress

1949 · 1h 55m · Released

NR Drama, Romance, History

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.

Read the book by Henry James

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.8 The Movie Database
8.1 IMDb
93% Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream The Heiress

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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Trailer

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Top cast and crew

William Wyler Director
Olivia de Havilland Catherine Sloper
Montgomery Clift Morris Townsend
Ralph Richardson Dr. Austin Sloper
Miriam Hopkins Lavinia Penniman
Vanessa Brown Maria
Mona Freeman Maria Almond
Ray Collins Jefferson Almond
Betty Linley Mme. Montgomery
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Frequently asked questions about The Heiress

Where can I watch The Heiress in the United States?

The Heiress 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 Heiress?

The Heiress scores 7.8 on The Movie Database, 8.1 on IMDb, and 93% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Who stars in The Heiress?

The Heiress stars Olivia de Havilland, Montgomery Clift, Ralph Richardson, Miriam Hopkins, and Vanessa Brown. William Wyler is the director.

How long is The Heiress?

The Heiress runs 1h 55m (115 minutes).

When did The Heiress come out?

The Heiress was released on October 6, 1949.

Which studio made The Heiress?

The Heiress was produced by Paramount Pictures in the United States.

What was the budget for The Heiress?

The Heiress was made on a budget of $2,600,000.

How much did The Heiress make at the box office?

The Heiress grossed $2,300,000 worldwide, against a budget of $2,600,000.

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.

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