The Painted Door (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1984, The Painted Door is a drama film directed by Bruce Pittman, running about 24 minutes.
What it’s about. The Painted Door is a Canadian short drama film, directed by Bruce Pittman and released in 1984. Based on a short story by Sinclair Ross, the film was produced by the National Film Board of Canada and Atlantis Films of Toronto. It follows a housewife who struggles with loneliness after her husband ventures into a blizzard. The film received an Academy Award nomination for Best Live Action Short Film.
Who’s in it. The Painted Door stars Eric Peterson, August Schellenberg and Linda Goranson.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Painted Door 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 Painted Door page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Painted Door tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Painted Door (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Painted Door change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Painted Door worth watching?
- The Painted Door holds an audience score of 5.7 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 Painted Door?
- The Painted Door stars Eric Peterson, August Schellenberg and Linda Goranson.
- When was The Painted Door released?
- The Painted Door was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.