The Heiress
"A truly great motion picture."
Originally released in 1949. The Heiress is a drama/romance film. directed by William Wyler.
Starring Olivia de Havilland, Montgomery Clift, and Ralph Richardson
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 6, 1949
76 years ago
Runtime
1h 55m
115 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (266 votes)
Budget
$2.6M
Production budget
Box Office
$2.3M
0.9x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top 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
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $2,600,000
- Revenue
- $2,300,000
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
How long is The Heiress?
The Heiress has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
When was The Heiress released?
The Heiress was released on October 6, 1949 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Heiress?
The main cast of The Heiress includes Olivia de Havilland, Montgomery Clift, Ralph Richardson, Miriam Hopkins, Vanessa Brown.
Is The Heiress worth watching?
The Heiress has a user rating of 7.7/10 based on 266 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.