Once a Sinner (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1950, Once a Sinner is a drama film directed by Lewis Gilbert, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. Impoverished British bank clerk John Ross is hopelessly in love with drop-dead gorgeous Irene James. Ross will do anything to win Irene's affections - including embezzlement. She ends up marrying him, but she can't give up her true love, slimy counterfeiter Jimmy Smart...
Who’s in it. Once a Sinner stars Pat Kirkwood as Irene James (as Patricia Kirkwood), Jack Watling as John Ross, Joy Shelton as Vera Lamb and Sydney Tafler as Jimmy Smart, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Once a Sinner has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Once a Sinner page.
If you liked it. Fans of Once a Sinner tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Once a Sinner (1950)?
- In US, Once a Sinner is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Once a Sinner worth watching?
- Once a Sinner holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Once a Sinner?
- Once a Sinner stars Pat Kirkwood, Jack Watling, Joy Shelton, Sydney Tafler and Thora Hird.