The Searching Wind (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film
Released in 1946, The Searching Wind is a drama and war film directed by William Dieterle, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. With a screenplay adapted by Lillian Hellman from her own play, director William Dieterle's 1946 drama stars Robert Young as a U.S. ambassador in Europe in the years before WW2.
Who’s in it. The Searching Wind stars Robert Young as Alex Hazen, Sylvia Sidney as Cassie Bowwman, Ann Richards as Emily Taney Hazen and Douglas Dick as Sam Hazen, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Searching Wind page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Searching Wind tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Searching Wind (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Searching Wind change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Searching Wind?
- The Searching Wind stars Robert Young, Sylvia Sidney, Ann Richards, Douglas Dick and Dudley Digges.
- When was The Searching Wind released?
- The Searching Wind was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.