Stronger Than Desire (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1939, Stronger Than Desire is a drama film directed by Leslie Fenton, running about 78 minutes. “The story of lonely wives” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An attorney handling a murder case in unaware his own wife played a crucial role in the killing.
Who’s in it. Stronger Than Desire stars Virginia Bruce as Elizabeth Flagg, Walter Pidgeon as Tyler Flagg, Lee Bowman as Michael McLain and Ann Dvorak as Eva McLain, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Stronger Than Desire 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 Stronger Than Desire page.
If you liked it. Fans of Stronger Than Desire tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Stronger Than Desire (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Stronger Than Desire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Stronger Than Desire worth watching?
- Stronger Than Desire holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Stronger Than Desire?
- Stronger Than Desire stars Virginia Bruce, Walter Pidgeon, Lee Bowman, Ann Dvorak and Ilka Chase.
- When was Stronger Than Desire released?
- Stronger Than Desire was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.