Monsoon (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1952, Monsoon is a drama and romance film directed by Rod Amateau, running about 79 minutes. “ECSTASY...flaming into passion-swept adventure...in the most daring picture ever filmed!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young woman named Julia brings her fiance and his mother to a village in India to meet her father and brother. Hospitality proves in short supply and things take a turn for the worse when Julia's seductive younger sister arrives.
Who’s in it. Monsoon stars Ursula Thiess as Jeanette, Diana Douglas as Julia, George Nader as Burton and Ellen Corby as Katie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Monsoon has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Monsoon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Monsoon tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Monsoon (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Monsoon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Monsoon worth watching?
- Monsoon holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Monsoon?
- Monsoon stars Ursula Thiess, Diana Douglas, George Nader, Ellen Corby and Philip Stainton.
- When was Monsoon released?
- Monsoon was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.