The Fan (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1949, The Fan is a comedy film directed by Otto Preminger, running about 79 minutes. “It covers a multitude of sins!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Lord Windermere appears to all - including his young wife Margaret - to be the perfect husband. The couple's happy marriage is placed at risk when he starts paying visits to a mysterious beautiful newcomer, Mrs. Erylnne, who is determined to make her entry into London's high society. Worse, the secret gets back to Margaret that Windermere has been giving Mrs. Erylnne large sums of money.
Who’s in it. The Fan stars Jeanne Crain as Lady Margaret 'Meg' Windermere, Madeleine Carroll as Mrs. Erylnne, George Sanders as Lord Robert Darlington and Richard Greene as Lord Arthur Windermere, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Fan 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 Fan page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fan tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fan (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fan worth watching?
- The Fan holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fan?
- The Fan stars Jeanne Crain, Madeleine Carroll, George Sanders, Richard Greene and Martita Hunt.