Sister Kenny (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1946, Sister Kenny is a drama film directed by Dudley Nichols, running about 116 minutes. “A woman made for love... but whose service to humanity became her destiny!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An Australian nurse discovers an effective new treatment for infantile paralysis, but experiences great difficulty in convincing doctors of the validity of her claims.
Who’s in it. Sister Kenny stars Rosalind Russell as Elizabeth Kenny, Alexander Knox as Dr. McDonnell, Dean Jagger as Kevin Connors and Philip Merivale as Dr. Brack, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Sister Kenny 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 Sister Kenny page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sister Kenny tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sister Kenny (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sister Kenny change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sister Kenny worth watching?
- Sister Kenny holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sister Kenny?
- Sister Kenny stars Rosalind Russell, Alexander Knox, Dean Jagger, Philip Merivale and Beulah Bondi.
- When was Sister Kenny released?
- Sister Kenny was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.