A Woman's Face (1938): cast, story & where to watch

1938 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 1938, A Woman's Face is a thriller and drama film directed by Gustaf Molander, running about 104 minutes.

What it’s about. A cynical woman with a disfigured face—a hardened criminal—gets an opportunity to change her ways when she meets a sympathetic plastic surgeon. She leaves her old life behind, but soon her old friends catch up with her.

Who’s in it. A Woman's Face stars Ingrid Bergman as Anna Holm, Tore Svennberg as Barring, Anders Henrikson as Allan Wegert and Georg Rydeberg as Torsten Barring, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, A Woman's Face has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Woman's Face page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Woman's Face tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Woman's Face (1938)?
In US, A Woman's Face is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is A Woman's Face worth watching?
A Woman's Face holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Woman's Face?
A Woman's Face stars Ingrid Bergman, Tore Svennberg, Anders Henrikson, Georg Rydeberg and Gunnar Sjöberg.
When was A Woman's Face released?
A Woman's Face was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.