Dragonwyck (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1946, Dragonwyck is a thriller, drama, mystery and romance film directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, running about 103 minutes. “Secret thoughts... That led to secret love... That led to rapture and terror!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. For Miranda Wells, moving to New York to live in Dragonwyck Manor with her rich cousin, Nicholas, seems like a dream. However, the situation gradually becomes nightmarish. She observes Nicholas' troubled relationship with his tenant farmers, as well as with his daughter, to whom Miranda serves as governess. Her relationship with Nicholas intensifies after his wife dies, but his mental imbalance threatens any hope of happiness.
Who’s in it. Dragonwyck stars Gene Tierney as Miranda Wells, Walter Huston as Ephraim Wells, Vincent Price as Nicholas Van Ryn and Glenn Langan as Dr. Jeff Turner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Dragonwyck has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $3M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dragonwyck page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dragonwyck tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dragonwyck (1946)?
- In US, Dragonwyck is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Dragonwyck worth watching?
- Dragonwyck holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dragonwyck?
- Dragonwyck stars Gene Tierney, Walter Huston, Vincent Price, Glenn Langan and Anne Revere.
- When was Dragonwyck released?
- Dragonwyck was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.