Jennifer (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1953, Jennifer is a thriller and mystery film directed by Joel Newton, running about 73 minutes. “Did Jennifer fear his fingers at her throat... or the burning caress of his lips?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this drama, a young woman is hired to take care of an eerie old mansion. There she finds herself entangled with an enigmatic murderer.
Who’s in it. Jennifer stars Ida Lupino as Agnes Langley, Howard Duff as Jim Hollis, Robert Nichols as Orin and Mary Shipp as Lorna, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Jennifer 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 Jennifer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jennifer tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jennifer (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jennifer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jennifer worth watching?
- Jennifer holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jennifer?
- Jennifer stars Ida Lupino, Howard Duff, Robert Nichols, Mary Shipp and Ned Glass.
- When was Jennifer released?
- Jennifer was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.