The Secret Heart (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1946, The Secret Heart is a drama film directed by Robert Z. Leonard, running about 97 minutes. “You'll share the intimate secrets of an amazing love affair!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Penny Addams lives in a constant state of depression stemming from the trauma of her father's death when she was just a young girl. Her brother, Chase, and stepmother, Lee, work to help Penny process her grief through psychotherapy and revisiting their past, but only the revelation of long-buried family secrets -- including her mother's secret lover and the true nature of her father's death -- can bring Penny out of her intense despair.
Who’s in it. The Secret Heart stars Claudette Colbert as Lee Addams, Walter Pidgeon as Chris Matthews, June Allyson as Penny Addams and Lionel Barrymore as Dr. Rossiger, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Secret Heart has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Secret Heart page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Secret Heart tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Secret Heart (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Secret Heart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Secret Heart worth watching?
- The Secret Heart holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Secret Heart?
- The Secret Heart stars Claudette Colbert, Walter Pidgeon, June Allyson, Lionel Barrymore and Robert Sterling.
- When was The Secret Heart released?
- The Secret Heart was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.