The Mark (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1961, The Mark is a drama film directed by Guy Green, running about 127 minutes. “A film which doesn't 'protect' you from the truth!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A man who served prison time for intent to molest a child tries to build a new life with the help of a sympathetic psychiatrist.
Who’s in it. The Mark stars Maria Schell as Ruth Leighton, Stuart Whitman as Jim Fuller, Rod Steiger as Doctor McNally and Brenda De Banzie as Gertrude Cartwright, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Mark has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mark page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mark tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mark (1961)?
- In US, The Mark is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Mark worth watching?
- The Mark holds an audience score of 6.3 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 Mark?
- The Mark stars Maria Schell, Stuart Whitman, Rod Steiger, Brenda De Banzie and Donald Houston.
- When was The Mark released?
- The Mark was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 127 minutes.