A Nun at the Crossroads (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film
Released in 1967, A Nun at the Crossroads is a drama film directed by Julio Buchs, running about 97 minutes. “Could she leave her world of peace... to return to the world of violence!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. During an uprising in the Belgian Congo, a convent of nuns are besieged and the Reverend Mother is killed and Sister Maria is raped. Returning to Belgium, Sister Maria finds out to her horror that she is pregnant. Rejected by her family and her sister, she is told by the Vatican that she is supposed to either give the baby to the church and still be a nun or keep the baby and leave the order. This film follows her decision.
Who’s in it. A Nun at the Crossroads stars Rosanna Schiaffino as Sister Maria, John Richardson as Dr. Pierre Lemmon, Mara Cruz as Lisa and Ángel Picazo as Fr. Raymond, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Nun at the Crossroads page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Nun at the Crossroads tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Nun at the Crossroads (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Nun at the Crossroads change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Nun at the Crossroads?
- A Nun at the Crossroads stars Rosanna Schiaffino, John Richardson, Mara Cruz, Ángel Picazo and Paloma Valdés.
- When was A Nun at the Crossroads released?
- A Nun at the Crossroads was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.