The Little Hut (1957): cast, story & where to watch

1957 · Film · ★ 7

The Little Hut poster

Released in 1957, The Little Hut is a comedy and romance film directed by Mark Robson, running about 90 minutes. “A neglected wife is shipwrecked on a desert island with her husband and her would-be lover.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Sir Philip Ashlow (Stewart Granger), his neglected wife, Lady Ashlow (Ava Gardner) and his best friend Henry Brittingham-Brett (David Niven) are shipwrecked on a desert island. This potential ménage à trois where the two men compete for the lady's attention is interrupted by the unexpected arrival of a fourth inhabitant of the island.

Who’s in it. The Little Hut stars Ava Gardner as Lady Susan Ashlow, Stewart Granger as Sir Philip Ashlow, David Niven as Henry Brittingham-Brett and Walter Chiari as Mario, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Little Hut 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 Little Hut page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Little Hut tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Little Hut (1957)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Little Hut change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Little Hut worth watching?
The Little Hut holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Little Hut?
The Little Hut stars Ava Gardner, Stewart Granger, David Niven, Walter Chiari and Finlay Currie.
When was The Little Hut released?
The Little Hut was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.