The House in the Square (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1951, The House in the Square is a fantasy, drama and romance film directed by Roy Ward Baker, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Atomic scientist Peter Standish travels back in time to 1784, an era he has read about in his forefather's diaries. He falls in love with his forefather's cousin Helen but his contemporaries of 1784 are perplexed by his strange talk and the odd knowledge he possess.
Who’s in it. The House in the Square stars Tyrone Power as Peter Standish, Ann Blyth as Helen Pettigrew, Michael Rennie as Roger Forsyth and Dennis Price as Tom Pettigrew, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The House in the Square 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 The House in the Square page.
If you liked it. Fans of The House in the Square tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The House in the Square (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The House in the Square change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The House in the Square worth watching?
- The House in the Square holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The House in the Square?
- The House in the Square stars Tyrone Power, Ann Blyth, Michael Rennie, Dennis Price and Beatrice Campbell.
- When was The House in the Square released?
- The House in the Square was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.