The Convent (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1995, The Convent is a drama and mystery film directed by Manoel de Oliveira, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. The journey of Michael Padovic, an American professor who arrives with his wife, Helene, at a Portuguese convent where he expects to find the documents needed to prove his theory: Shakespeare was born in Spain; not in England.
Who’s in it. The Convent stars Catherine Deneuve as Hélène, John Malkovich as Michael, Luís Miguel Cintra as Baltar and Leonor Silveira as Piedade, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Convent has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Convent page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Convent tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Convent (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Convent change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Convent worth watching?
- The Convent holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Convent?
- The Convent stars Catherine Deneuve, John Malkovich, Luís Miguel Cintra, Leonor Silveira and João Bénard da Costa.