The Tell-Tale Heart (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1941, The Tell-Tale Heart is a crime and horror film directed by Jules Dassin, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. In this classic Edgar Allan Poe story, a man commits a murder, but afterward the victim's beating heart torments the murderer's mind.
Who’s in it. The Tell-Tale Heart stars Joseph Schildkraut as Young Man, Roman Bohnen as Old Man, Oscar O'Shea as First Deputy Sheriff (uncredited) and Will Wright as Second Deputy Sheriff (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Tell-Tale Heart has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Tell-Tale Heart page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tell-Tale Heart tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tell-Tale Heart (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tell-Tale Heart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tell-Tale Heart worth watching?
- The Tell-Tale Heart holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Tell-Tale Heart?
- The Tell-Tale Heart stars Joseph Schildkraut, Roman Bohnen, Oscar O'Shea and Will Wright.
- When was The Tell-Tale Heart released?
- The Tell-Tale Heart was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.