The Nun's Story
"From the very beginning, she was not like the others..."
Originally released in 1959. The Nun's Story is a drama film. directed by Fred Zinnemann. With a runtime of 2h 31m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Audrey Hepburn, Peter Finch, and Edith Evans
Synopsis
After leaving a wealthy Belgian family to become a nun, Sister Luke struggles with her devotion to her vows during crisis, disappointment, and World War II.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 18, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
2h 31m
151 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (194 votes)
Budget
$3.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$12.8M
3.7x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Audrey Hepburn
as Sister Luke
Peter Finch
as Dr. Fortunati
Edith Evans
as Rev. Mother Emmanuel
Peggy Ashcroft
as Mother Mathilde
Dean Jagger
as Dr. Hubert Van Der Mal
Mildred Dunnock
as Sister Margharita
Beatrice Straight
as Mother Christophe
Patricia Collinge
as Sister William
Rosalie Crutchley
as Sister Eleanor
Ruth White
as Mother Marcella
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $3,500,000
- Revenue
- $12,800,000
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Nun's Story about?
After leaving a wealthy Belgian family to become a nun, Sister Luke struggles with her devotion to her vows during crisis, disappointment, and World War II.
Who directed The Nun's Story?
The Nun's Story was directed by Fred Zinnemann.
How long is The Nun's Story?
The Nun's Story has a runtime of 2 hours and 31 minutes (151 minutes total).
When was The Nun's Story released?
The Nun's Story was released on June 18, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Nun's Story?
The main cast of The Nun's Story includes Audrey Hepburn, Peter Finch, Edith Evans, Peggy Ashcroft, Dean Jagger.
Is The Nun's Story worth watching?
The Nun's Story has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 194 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.