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Quartet (1948): cast, story & where to watch

1948 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 1948, Quartet is a drama film directed by Harold French, running about 120 minutes.

What it’s about. Somerset Maugham introduces four of his tales in this anthology film: "The Facts of Life," "The Alien Corn," "The Kite," and "The Colonel's Lady."

Who’s in it. Quartet stars W. Somerset Maugham as Himself, Basil Radford as Henry Garnet, Naunton Wayne as Leslie and Mai Zetterling as Jeanne, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Quartet 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 Quartet page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Quartet (1948)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Quartet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Quartet worth watching?
Quartet holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Quartet?
Quartet stars W. Somerset Maugham, Basil Radford, Naunton Wayne, Mai Zetterling and Ian Fleming.
When was Quartet released?
Quartet was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.