A Woman Rebels (1936): cast, story & where to watch

1936 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 1936, A Woman Rebels is a drama, romance and history film directed by Mark Sandrich, running about 88 minutes. “She's glorious ...As a Woman In Arms! ...He's Magnificent As the Man She Adores.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A Victorian-era woman struggles to break free of the moral codes established by society and enforced by her father.

Who’s in it. A Woman Rebels stars Katharine Hepburn as Pamela 'Pam' Thistlewaite, Herbert Marshall as Thomas Lane, Elizabeth Allan as Flora Anne Thistlewaite and Donald Crisp as Judge Byron Thistlewaite, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, A Woman Rebels has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $583K at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Woman Rebels page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Woman Rebels tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Woman Rebels (1936)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Woman Rebels change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Woman Rebels worth watching?
A Woman Rebels holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Woman Rebels?
A Woman Rebels stars Katharine Hepburn, Herbert Marshall, Elizabeth Allan, Donald Crisp and Doris Dudley.
When was A Woman Rebels released?
A Woman Rebels was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.