Movie

The Astonished Heart

“A daring experiment in love!”

★ 4.8(6)19501h 25m

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Good to know

Director: Antony Darnborough, Terence Fisher
Release date: 1950-03-17
Runtime: 1h 25m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Gainsborough Pictures

About The Astonished Heart

The Astonished Heart is a 1950 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Antony Darnborough and Terence Fisher, starring Celia Johnson, Noël Coward and Margaret Leighton. It has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.8/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Astonished Heart in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Several years after graduation, best friends Barbara (Celia Johnson) and Leonora (Margaret Leighton) reconnect as if not a day has gone by. But Leonora could do without Barbara's husband, Christian (Noel Coward), whom she finds arrogant and off-putting ... at first. One evening alone together, romance is set ablaze, leaving Christian with a lot of explaining to do to Barbara.

Cast

Celia Johnson

Barbara Faber

Noël Coward

Dr. Christian Faber

Margaret Leighton

Leonora Vail

Joyce Carey

Susan Birch

Graham Payn

Tim Verney

Michael Hordern

Ernest

Amy Veness

Alice Smith

Ralph Michael

Philip Lucas

Patricia Glyn

Helen

Alan Webb

Sir Reginald

Everley Gregg

Miss Harper

John Salew

Soames

Themes & keywords

venice, italylove triangle

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Astonished Heart in Japan?+

The Astonished Heart is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Astonished Heart on Netflix?+

The Astonished Heart is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is The Astonished Heart?+

The Astonished Heart has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).

Who stars in The Astonished Heart?+

The Astonished Heart stars Celia Johnson, Noël Coward, Margaret Leighton, Joyce Carey and Graham Payn.

When did The Astonished Heart come out?+

The Astonished Heart is a 1950 movie directed by Antony Darnborough and Terence Fisher.

What genre is The Astonished Heart?+

The Astonished Heart is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed The Astonished Heart?+

The Astonished Heart was directed by Antony Darnborough and Terence Fisher.