Devotion (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1946, Devotion is a drama film directed by Curtis Bernhardt, running about 107 minutes. “It tells ALL about those Brontë sisters!...They didn't dare call it love- they tried to call it Devotion” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In Victorian England, literary siblings Emily and Charlotte Brontë vie for the affection of the Rev. Arthur Nicholls. Along with their sister Anne, Emily and Charlotte also try to help their tormented brother Branwell, a gifted artist whose life is being destroyed by alcohol.
Who’s in it. Devotion stars Ida Lupino as Emily Brontë, Paul Henreid as Rev. Arthur Nicholls, Olivia de Havilland as Charlotte Brontë and Sydney Greenstreet as William Makepeace Thackeray, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Devotion has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Devotion page.
If you liked it. Fans of Devotion tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Devotion (1946)?
- In US, Devotion is available to stream on YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Devotion worth watching?
- Devotion holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Devotion?
- Devotion stars Ida Lupino, Paul Henreid, Olivia de Havilland, Sydney Greenstreet and Nancy Coleman.
- When was Devotion released?
- Devotion was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.