Personal Affair (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1953, Personal Affair is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Anthony Pelissier, running about 82 minutes. “It was too late to run!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A British girl disappears for three days after a frank talk with the wife of a Latin teacher she loves.
Who’s in it. Personal Affair stars Gene Tierney as Kay Barlow, Leo Genn as Stephen Barlow, Glynis Johns as Barbara Vining and Walter Fitzgerald as Henry Vining, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Personal Affair 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 Personal Affair page.
If you liked it. Fans of Personal Affair tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Personal Affair (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Personal Affair change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Personal Affair worth watching?
- Personal Affair holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Personal Affair?
- Personal Affair stars Gene Tierney, Leo Genn, Glynis Johns, Walter Fitzgerald and Pamela Brown.
- When was Personal Affair released?
- Personal Affair was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.