The Mourning Suit (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 8

Released in 1975, The Mourning Suit is a drama and romance film directed by Leonard Yakir, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Hershl is a thirtyish musician in Winnipeg. Fate brings him together with Kramer, an elderly tailor whose traditions and prejudices have forced him to deny the existence of his son who married a Gentile.
Who’s in it. The Mourning Suit stars Helen Cooperstein as Ruth, Marcia Diamond as The Mother, Brenda Donohue as Anna and Henry Gamer as Berger, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Mourning Suit sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mourning Suit page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mourning Suit tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mourning Suit (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mourning Suit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mourning Suit worth watching?
- The Mourning Suit holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Mourning Suit?
- The Mourning Suit stars Helen Cooperstein, Marcia Diamond, Brenda Donohue, Henry Gamer and Bruce Jaeger.
- When was The Mourning Suit released?
- The Mourning Suit was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.