The Heiress
A truly great motion picture.
1949 · 1h 55m · PASSED
Drama, History, Romance
Directed by
William Wyler
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The Heiress
Overview
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.
Director and cast
- William Wyler Director
- 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 Cast
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