The Singing Nun (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1966, The Singing Nun is a comedy, drama, family and music film directed by Henry Koster, running about 97 minutes. “GOT A HEART? Here's the picture for it!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Belgian nun Sister Ann is sent to another order where she's at first committed to helping troubled souls, like Nichole and little Dominic. When Father Clementi hears Sister Ann's uplifting singing style, he takes her to a talent contest. Sister Ann is signed to a record deal and everyone is listening to her lighthearted songs. She is unprepared for her newfound fame (like appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show) and unwanted side effects, including a wrongful attraction to an old friend.
Who’s in it. The Singing Nun stars Debbie Reynolds as Sister Ann, Ricardo Montalban as Father Clementi, Greer Garson as Mother Prioress and Agnes Moorehead as Sister Cluny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Singing Nun has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on TCM and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Singing Nun page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Singing Nun tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Singing Nun (1966)?
- In US, The Singing Nun is available to stream on TCM, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Singing Nun worth watching?
- The Singing Nun holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, family and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Singing Nun?
- The Singing Nun stars Debbie Reynolds, Ricardo Montalban, Greer Garson, Agnes Moorehead and Chad Everett.
- When was The Singing Nun released?
- The Singing Nun was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.