Movie

Sister Kenny

“A woman made for love... but whose service to humanity became her destiny!”

★ 6.9(19)19461h 56m

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Good to know

Director: Dudley Nichols
Release date: 1946-10-10
Runtime: 1h 56m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: RKO Radio Pictures

About Sister Kenny

Sister Kenny is a 1946 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Dudley Nichols, starring Rosalind Russell, Alexander Knox and Dean Jagger. It has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 19 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Sister Kenny in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An Australian nurse discovers an effective new treatment for infantile paralysis, but experiences great difficulty in convincing doctors of the validity of her claims.

Cast

Rosalind Russell

Elizabeth Kenny

Alexander Knox

Dr. McDonnell

Dean Jagger

Kevin Connors

Philip Merivale

Dr. Brack

Beulah Bondi

Mary Kenny

Charles Dingle

Michael Kenny

John Litel

Medical Director

Doreen McCann

Dorrie

Fay Helm

Mrs. McIntyre

Charles Kemper

Mr. McIntyre

Dorothy Peterson

Agnes

Jane Allen

Woman (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

nursebiographymedical drama

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Sister Kenny in Ireland?+

Sister Kenny is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Ireland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Sister Kenny on Netflix?+

Sister Kenny is not on Netflix in Ireland right now.

How long is Sister Kenny?+

Sister Kenny has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).

Who stars in Sister Kenny?+

Sister Kenny stars Rosalind Russell, Alexander Knox, Dean Jagger, Philip Merivale and Beulah Bondi.

When did Sister Kenny come out?+

Sister Kenny is a 1946 movie directed by Dudley Nichols.

What genre is Sister Kenny?+

Sister Kenny is Drama film.

Who directed Sister Kenny?+

Sister Kenny was directed by Dudley Nichols.