Undercurrent (1946): cast, story & where to watch

1946 · Film · ★ 5.8

Undercurrent poster

Released in 1946, Undercurrent is a thriller and drama film directed by Vincente Minnelli, running about 116 minutes. “An Irresistible Force That Draws a Man and Woman Together!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. After a rapid engagement, a dowdy daughter of a chemist weds an industrialist, knowing little of his family or past. He transforms her into an elegant society wife, but becomes enraged whenever she asks about Michael, his mysterious long-lost brother.

Who’s in it. Undercurrent stars Katharine Hepburn as Ann Hamilton, Robert Taylor as Alan Garroway, Robert Mitchum as Michael Garroway and Edmund Gwenn as Professor Hamilton, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Undercurrent has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $4.3M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Undercurrent page.

If you liked it. Fans of Undercurrent tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Undercurrent (1946)?
In US, Undercurrent is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Undercurrent worth watching?
Undercurrent holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Undercurrent?
Undercurrent stars Katharine Hepburn, Robert Taylor, Robert Mitchum, Edmund Gwenn and Marjorie Main.
When was Undercurrent released?
Undercurrent was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.