Encore (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1951, Encore is a comedy and drama film directed by Harold French, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Encore is a 1951 anthology film composed of adaptations of three short stories by W. Somerset Maugham: "The Ant and the Grasshopper", directed by Pat Jackson and adapted by T. E. B. Clarke; "Winter Cruise", helmed by Anthony Pelissier, screenplay by Arthur Macrae; "Gigolo and Gigolette", directed by Harold French, written by Eric Ambler. It is the last film in a Maugham trilogy, preceded by Quartet and Trio.
Who’s in it. Encore stars Glynis Johns as Stella Cotman, Nigel Patrick as Tom Ramsay, Roland Culver as George Ramsay and Alison Leggatt as Freda Ramsay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Encore has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Encore page.
If you liked it. Fans of Encore tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Encore (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Encore change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Encore worth watching?
- Encore holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Encore?
- Encore stars Glynis Johns, Nigel Patrick, Roland Culver, Alison Leggatt and Charles Victor.
- When was Encore released?
- Encore was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.