The Brothers (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1947, The Brothers is a drama film directed by David MacDonald, running about 98 minutes. “The Worthy Scottish Successor to Our Great Hit - "I Know Where I'm Going!"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An orphan wrecks havoc on a remote Scottish island when she causes an age-old feud to be reignited.
Who’s in it. The Brothers stars Patricia Roc as Mary, Will Fyffe as Aeneas McGrath, Maxwell Reed as Fergus Macrae and Finlay Currie as Hector Macrae, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Brothers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Brothers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Brothers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Brothers (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Brothers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Brothers worth watching?
- The Brothers holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Brothers?
- The Brothers stars Patricia Roc, Will Fyffe, Maxwell Reed, Finlay Currie and John Laurie.
- When was The Brothers released?
- The Brothers was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.