The Forbidden Street (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1949, The Forbidden Street is a drama and history film directed by Jean Negulesco, running about 90 minutes. “For herself alone...she must answer for what she was and did!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In Victorian London, young Adelaide is born into luxury, but marries starving artist Henry. His alcoholism and their lack of money lead to many quarrels. During one such fight, Henry slips down a flight of stairs and dies. A neighbor, Mrs. Mounsey, is the only witness, and she blackmails the young widow by threatening to tell the cops that Adelaide killed her husband. Luckily, lawyer Gilbert swoops in to help Adelaide.
Who’s in it. The Forbidden Street stars Dana Andrews as Henry Lambert / Gilbert Lauderdale, Maureen O'Hara as Adelaide 'Addie' Culver, Sybil Thorndike as Mrs. 'The Sow' Mounsey and Fay Compton as Mrs. Culver, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Forbidden Street 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 Forbidden Street page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Forbidden Street tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Forbidden Street (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Forbidden Street change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Forbidden Street worth watching?
- The Forbidden Street holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Forbidden Street?
- The Forbidden Street stars Dana Andrews, Maureen O'Hara, Sybil Thorndike, Fay Compton and A.E. Matthews.
- When was The Forbidden Street released?
- The Forbidden Street was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.