The Beguiled (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1971, The Beguiled is a thriller, drama and war film directed by Don Siegel, running about 105 minutes. “One man...seven women...in a strange house!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Offbeat Civil War drama in which a wounded Yankee soldier, after finding refuge in an isolated girls' school in the South towards the end of the war, becomes the object of the young women's sexual fantasies. The soldier manipulates the situation for his own gratification, but when he refuses to completely comply with the girls' wishes, they make it very difficult for him to leave.
Who’s in it. The Beguiled stars Clint Eastwood as John McBurney, Geraldine Page as Martha Farnsworth, Elizabeth Hartman as Edwina and Jo Ann Harris as Carol, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Beguiled has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Beguiled page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Beguiled tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Beguiled (1971)?
- In US, The Beguiled is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Beguiled worth watching?
- The Beguiled holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Beguiled?
- The Beguiled stars Clint Eastwood, Geraldine Page, Elizabeth Hartman, Jo Ann Harris and Darleen Carr.
- When was The Beguiled released?
- The Beguiled was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.