Confession (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1937, Confession is a drama and crime film directed by Joe May, running about 87 minutes. “HEARTBREAK written in blood and tears!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Vera Kowalska is put on trial for murdering concert pianist Michael Michailow. In court it is revealed that some years earlier Michael ruined Vera's life.
Who’s in it. Confession stars Kay Francis as Vera Kowalska, Ian Hunter as Leonide Kirow, Basil Rathbone as Michael Michailow and Jane Bryan as Lisa Koslov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Confession 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 Confession page.
If you liked it. Fans of Confession tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Confession (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Confession change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Confession worth watching?
- Confession holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Confession?
- Confession stars Kay Francis, Ian Hunter, Basil Rathbone, Jane Bryan and Donald Crisp.
- When was Confession released?
- Confession was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.