Young Widow (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1946, Young Widow is a drama film directed by Edwin L. Marin, running about 100 minutes. “THE GIRL...ALL AMERICA HAS BEEN WAITING TO SEE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young bride tries to rebuild her life after she learns her husband has been killed in the war.
Who’s in it. Young Widow stars Jane Russell as Joan Kenwood, Louis Hayward as Jim Cameron, Faith Domergue as Gerry Taylor and Marie Wilson as "Mac" McCallister, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Young Widow has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Young Widow page.
If you liked it. Fans of Young Widow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Young Widow (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Young Widow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Young Widow worth watching?
- Young Widow holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Young Widow?
- Young Widow stars Jane Russell, Louis Hayward, Faith Domergue, Marie Wilson and Kent Taylor.
- When was Young Widow released?
- Young Widow was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.