The Scarlet Letter (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1917, The Scarlet Letter is a drama film directed by Carl Harbaugh.
What it’s about. The film tells the story of a noble but poor woman who arrives at Boston in the 17th century. There she marries an old but quite rich doctor but does not become happy.
Who’s in it. The Scarlet Letter stars Mary Martin as Hester Prynne, Stuart Holmes as Arthur Dimmesdale, Dan Mason as Roger Chillingworth and Kittens Reichert as Pearl, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, The Scarlet Letter has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Scarlet Letter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Scarlet Letter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Scarlet Letter (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Scarlet Letter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Scarlet Letter worth watching?
- The Scarlet Letter holds an audience score of 1.0 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 Scarlet Letter?
- The Scarlet Letter stars Mary Martin, Stuart Holmes, Dan Mason, Kittens Reichert and Edward Hoyt.
- When was The Scarlet Letter released?
- The Scarlet Letter was released in 1917.