Seven Sinners (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1940, Seven Sinners is a comedy, drama, adventure and romance film directed by Tay Garnett, running about 87 minutes. “She's Dynamite... Tearing Through A Lawless Pacific Paradise!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Banished from various U.S. protectorates in the Pacific, a saloon entertainer uses her femme-fatale charms to woo politicians, navy personnel, gangsters, riff-raff, judges and a ship's doctor in order to achieve her aims.
Who’s in it. Seven Sinners stars Marlene Dietrich as Bijou, John Wayne as Dan, Albert Dekker as Dr. Martin and Broderick Crawford as Little Ned, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Seven Sinners 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 Seven Sinners page.
If you liked it. Fans of Seven Sinners tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Seven Sinners (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Seven Sinners change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Seven Sinners worth watching?
- Seven Sinners holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, adventure and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Seven Sinners?
- Seven Sinners stars Marlene Dietrich, John Wayne, Albert Dekker, Broderick Crawford and Anna Lee.
- When was Seven Sinners released?
- Seven Sinners was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.