Hatter's Castle (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1942, Hatter's Castle is a drama film directed by Lance Comfort, running about 102 minutes. “Her shame was something no one could forgive - except the man who loved her!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The year is 1880. On the outskirts of the fictional small Scottish town of Levenford there stands a strange building, half cottage, half castle, embraced with thick stone walls. The townsfolk nickname the fortress "Hatter's Castle", for James Brodie, the man who built it. Brodie is a hatter who keeps the members of the family in fear and submission; he is brutal, arrogant, selfish and cruel. His wife, who has long been ailing, and his daughter Mary, are in awe of him. His son Angus, aged 15, alone dear to his heart, suffers under his love as the others suffer under his sternness.
Who’s in it. Hatter's Castle stars Robert Newton as James Brodie, Deborah Kerr as Mary Brodie, James Mason as Dr. Renwick and Emlyn Williams as Dennis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Hatter's Castle has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hatter's Castle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hatter's Castle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hatter's Castle (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hatter's Castle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hatter's Castle worth watching?
- Hatter's Castle holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hatter's Castle?
- Hatter's Castle stars Robert Newton, Deborah Kerr, James Mason, Emlyn Williams and Henry Oscar.
- When was Hatter's Castle released?
- Hatter's Castle was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.