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Indiscretion of an American Wife

“This Longing ... This Yearning ... This Wanting ...”

★ 6.0(57)19531h 4m

Indiscretion of an American Wife is streaming on MGM+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus, IndieFlix, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel and Artiflix in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Availability checked 25 July 2026.

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Director: Vittorio De Sica
Release date: 1953-04-02
Runtime: 1h 4m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Italy
Studio: Produzioni De Sica

Indiscretion of an American Wife — trailer

About Indiscretion of an American Wife

Indiscretion of an American Wife is a 1953 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Vittorio De Sica, starring Jennifer Jones, Montgomery Clift and Gino Cervi. It has a runtime of 1 hour 4 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 57 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Indiscretion of an American Wife in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

While on vacation in Rome, married American Mary Forbes becomes entangled in an affair with an Italian man, Giovanni Doria. As she prepares to leave Italy, Giovanni confesses his love for her; he doesn't want her to go. Together they wander the railroad station where Mary is to take the train to Paris, then ultimately reunite with her husband and daughter in Philadelphia. Will she throw away her old life for this passionate new romance?

Cast

Jennifer Jones

Mary Forbes

Montgomery Clift

Giovanni Doria

Gino Cervi

Police Commissioner

Richard Beymer

Paul

Paolo Stoppa

Traveling Salesman

Nando Bruno

Railway Worker

Enrico Glori

Police Brigadier

Liliana Gerace

Pregnant Sicilian Woman

Giuseppe Porelli

Gallant Traveler

Roberto Rai

Brakeman

Maria Pia Casilio

Young Bride from Abruzzo (uncredited)

Clelia Matania

Mother of Annoying Children on the Train (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

adulteryinfidelityrome, italytrainpolice stationextramarital affairaunt nephew relationshipneorealism

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Indiscretion of an American Wife in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Indiscretion of an American Wife on MGM+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus, IndieFlix, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel and Artiflix. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

Is Indiscretion of an American Wife on Netflix?+

Indiscretion of an American Wife is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on MGM+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus, IndieFlix, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel and Artiflix.

How long is Indiscretion of an American Wife?+

Indiscretion of an American Wife has a runtime of 1 hour 4 minutes (64 minutes).

Who stars in Indiscretion of an American Wife?+

Indiscretion of an American Wife stars Jennifer Jones, Montgomery Clift, Gino Cervi, Richard Beymer and Paolo Stoppa.

When did Indiscretion of an American Wife come out?+

Indiscretion of an American Wife is a 1953 movie directed by Vittorio De Sica.

What genre is Indiscretion of an American Wife?+

Indiscretion of an American Wife is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed Indiscretion of an American Wife?+

Indiscretion of an American Wife was directed by Vittorio De Sica.