Forever Amber (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1947, Forever Amber is a drama, romance and history film directed by Otto Preminger, running about 138 minutes.
What it’s about. Amber St Clair, orphaned during the English Civil War and raised by a family of farmers, aspires to be a lady of high society; when a group of cavaliers ride into town, she sneaks away with them to London to achieve her dreams.
Who’s in it. Forever Amber stars Linda Darnell as Amber St. Clair, Cornel Wilde as Bruce Carlton, Richard Greene as Lord Harry Almsbury and George Sanders as King Charles II, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Forever Amber 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 Forever Amber page.
If you liked it. Fans of Forever Amber tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Forever Amber (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Forever Amber change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Forever Amber worth watching?
- Forever Amber holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Forever Amber?
- Forever Amber stars Linda Darnell, Cornel Wilde, Richard Greene, George Sanders and Glenn Langan.
- When was Forever Amber released?
- Forever Amber was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 138 minutes.