Movie

This Was a Woman

★ 5.7(9)19481h 42m

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Good to know

Director: Tim Whelan
Release date: 1948-01-27
Runtime: 1h 42m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Excelsior Film Productions

About This Was a Woman

This Was a Woman is a 1948 movie in the Crime and Drama genres, directed by Tim Whelan, starring Sonia Dresdel, Walter Fitzgerald and Emrys Jones. It has a runtime of 1 hour 42 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.7/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch This Was a Woman in Denmark — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The woman here is Sylvia Russell: power mad with set goals. In order to achieve those goals she is sadistically devoted to her son and daughter, able to possess and direct them. She subtly ruins her daughter's marriage by corrupting a servant girl and, then, uses her to compromise her son-in-law; slowly breaks her bumbling, unambitious husband's confidence...

Cast

Sonia Dresdel

Sylvia Russell

Walter Fitzgerald

Arthur Russell

Emrys Jones

Terry Russell

Barbara White

Fenella Russell

Scott Forbes

Dr. Valentine Christie (billed as "Julian Dallas")

Cyril Raymond

Austin Penrose

Celia Lipton

Effie Holmes

Marjorie Rhodes

Mrs. Holmes

Joan Hickson

Miss Johnson

Lesley Osmond

Sally

Kynaston Reeves

Dr. Morrison

Gus McNaughton

Veterinarian

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch This Was a Woman in Denmark?+

This Was a Woman is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Denmark. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is This Was a Woman on Netflix?+

This Was a Woman is not on Netflix in Denmark right now.

How long is This Was a Woman?+

This Was a Woman has a runtime of 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).

Who stars in This Was a Woman?+

This Was a Woman stars Sonia Dresdel, Walter Fitzgerald, Emrys Jones, Barbara White and Scott Forbes.

When did This Was a Woman come out?+

This Was a Woman is a 1948 movie directed by Tim Whelan.

What genre is This Was a Woman?+

This Was a Woman is Crime and Drama film.

Who directed This Was a Woman?+

This Was a Woman was directed by Tim Whelan.