Bitter Harvest (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1963, Bitter Harvest is a drama film directed by Peter Graham Scott, running about 91 minutes. “I want something good to happen to me before I die!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A pretty young woman will do anything to escape her deadly dull existence in the backlots of Wales. But when she reaches the bright lights of London is the price too high?
Who’s in it. Bitter Harvest stars Janet Munro as Jennie, John Stride as Bob, Thora Hird as Mrs. Jessup and Alan Badel as Karl, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Bitter Harvest 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 Bitter Harvest page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bitter Harvest tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bitter Harvest (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bitter Harvest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bitter Harvest worth watching?
- Bitter Harvest holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bitter Harvest?
- Bitter Harvest stars Janet Munro, John Stride, Thora Hird, Alan Badel and Vanda Godsell.
- When was Bitter Harvest released?
- Bitter Harvest was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.