The Crooked Hearts (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1972, The Crooked Hearts is a comedy, crime and tv movie film directed by Jay Sandrich, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. A charming but somewhat larcenous widow attempts to snare a rich bachelor through a lonely hearts club, but her scheme boomerangs into a deadly cat-and-mouse game. This marked the TV-movie debut of both Rosalind Russell and Douglas Fairbanks Jr., and was sadly also Russell's last film role.
Who’s in it. The Crooked Hearts stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as Rex Willoughby, Rosalind Russell as Laurita Dorsey, Ross Martin as Serg. Daniel Shine and Michael Murphy as Frank Adamic, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, The Crooked Hearts has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Crooked Hearts page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Crooked Hearts tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Crooked Hearts (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Crooked Hearts change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Crooked Hearts worth watching?
- The Crooked Hearts holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Crooked Hearts?
- The Crooked Hearts stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Rosalind Russell, Ross Martin, Michael Murphy and Kent Smith.
- When was The Crooked Hearts released?
- The Crooked Hearts was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.