The Sisters (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1938, The Sisters is a drama film directed by Anatole Litvak, running about 99 minutes. “THREE SISTERS IN SEARCH OF LOVE...A great novel... a greater MOVIE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Three daughters of a small down pharmacist undergo trials and tribulations in their problematic marriages between 1904 and 1908.
Who’s in it. The Sisters stars Errol Flynn as Frank Medlin, Bette Davis as Louise Elliott Medlin, Anita Louise as Helen Elliott Johnson and Ian Hunter as William Benson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Sisters 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 Sisters page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sisters tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sisters (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sisters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sisters worth watching?
- The Sisters holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sisters?
- The Sisters stars Errol Flynn, Bette Davis, Anita Louise, Ian Hunter and Donald Crisp.
- When was The Sisters released?
- The Sisters was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.