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Her Private Affair (1929): cast, story & where to watch

1929 · Film · ★ 3.4

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Released in 1929, Her Private Affair is a drama and crime film directed by Paul L. Stein, running about 70 minutes.

What it’s about. A married society woman accidentally kills her would-be blackmailer and suffers a crisis of conscious when his disgruntled butler is charged with the crime. Even after his acquittal, however, the woman suffers guilt and paranoia.

Who’s in it. Her Private Affair stars Ann Harding as Vera Kessler, Harry Bannister as Judge Richard Kessler, John Loder as Carl Weild and Kay Hammond as Julia Sturm, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.4/10, Her Private Affair has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Her Private Affair page.

If you liked it. Fans of Her Private Affair tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Her Private Affair (1929)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Her Private Affair change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Her Private Affair worth watching?
Her Private Affair holds an audience score of 3.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Her Private Affair?
Her Private Affair stars Ann Harding, Harry Bannister, John Loder, Kay Hammond and Arthur Hoyt.
When was Her Private Affair released?
Her Private Affair was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.