Jane Eyre
"A love story every woman would die a thousand deaths to live!"
Originally released in 1943. Jane Eyre is a drama/romance film. directed by Robert Stevenson.
Starring Orson Welles, Joan Fontaine, and Margaret O'Brien
Synopsis
After a bleak childhood, Jane Eyre goes out into the world to become a governess. As she lives happily in her new position at Thornfield Hall, she meet the dark, cold, and abrupt master of the house, Mr. Rochester. Jane and her employer grow close in friendship and she soon finds herself falling in love with him. Happiness seems to have found Jane at last, but could Mr. Rochester's terrible secret be about to destroy it forever?
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 24, 1943
82 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (147 votes)
Budget
$1.7M
Production budget
Box Office
$3.6M
2.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Orson Welles
as Edward Rochester
Joan Fontaine
as Jane Eyre
Margaret O'Brien
as Adele Varens
Peggy Ann Garner
as Jane Eyre (younger)
John Sutton
as Dr. Rivers
Sara Allgood
as Bessie
Henry Daniell
as Henry Brocklehurst
Agnes Moorehead
as Mrs. Reed
Aubrey Mather
as Colonel Dent
Edith Barrett
as Mrs. Fairfax
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,705,000
- Revenue
- $3,550,000
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jane Eyre about?
After a bleak childhood, Jane Eyre goes out into the world to become a governess. As she lives happily in her new position at Thornfield Hall, she meet the dark, cold, and abrupt master of the hous...
Who directed Jane Eyre?
Jane Eyre was directed by Robert Stevenson.
How long is Jane Eyre?
Jane Eyre has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Jane Eyre released?
Jane Eyre was released on December 24, 1943 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Jane Eyre?
The main cast of Jane Eyre includes Orson Welles, Joan Fontaine, Margaret O'Brien, Peggy Ann Garner, John Sutton.
Is Jane Eyre worth watching?
Jane Eyre has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 147 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.