Kind Lady (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1951, Kind Lady is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by John Sturges, running about 78 minutes. “Broadway's dramatic thunderbolt!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Mary Herries has a passion for art and fine furniture. Even though she is getting on in years, she enjoys being around these priceless articles. One day she meets a strange young painter named Elcott, who uses his painting skill to enter into her life. Little does she expect that his only interest in Mary is to covet everything she has.
Who’s in it. Kind Lady stars Ethel Barrymore as Mary Herries, Maurice Evans as Henry Springer Elcott, Angela Lansbury as Mrs. Edwards and Keenan Wynn as Mr. Edwards, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Kind Lady has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kind Lady page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kind Lady tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kind Lady (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kind Lady change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Kind Lady worth watching?
- Kind Lady holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Kind Lady?
- Kind Lady stars Ethel Barrymore, Maurice Evans, Angela Lansbury, Keenan Wynn and Betsy Blair.
- When was Kind Lady released?
- Kind Lady was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.