The Enchanted Cottage (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1945, The Enchanted Cottage is a fantasy, drama and romance film directed by John Cromwell, running about 91 minutes. “The whole town WHISPERED about these two!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A homely maid and a scarred ex-GI meet at the cottage where she works and where he was to spend his honeymoon prior to his accident. The two develop a bond and agree to marry, more out of loneliness than love. The romantic spirit of the cottage, however, overtakes them. They soon begin to look beautiful to each other, but no one else.
Who’s in it. The Enchanted Cottage stars Dorothy McGuire as Laura Pennington, Robert Young as Oliver Bradford, Herbert Marshall as Major John Hillgrove and Mildred Natwick as Mrs. Abigail Minnett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Enchanted Cottage has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Enchanted Cottage page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Enchanted Cottage tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Enchanted Cottage (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Enchanted Cottage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Enchanted Cottage worth watching?
- The Enchanted Cottage holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Enchanted Cottage?
- The Enchanted Cottage stars Dorothy McGuire, Robert Young, Herbert Marshall, Mildred Natwick and Spring Byington.
- When was The Enchanted Cottage released?
- The Enchanted Cottage was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.