Scarlet Thread (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1951, Scarlet Thread is a drama film directed by Lewis Gilbert, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Tale of Cambridge college exploits of two smash-and-grab thieves on the run.
Who’s in it. Scarlet Thread stars Kathleen Byron as Josephine, Laurence Harvey as Freddie, Sydney Tafler as Marcon and Arthur Hill as Shaw, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Scarlet Thread has proved divisive with audiences.
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 Scarlet Thread page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scarlet Thread tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Scarlet Thread (1951)?
- In US, Scarlet Thread is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Scarlet Thread worth watching?
- Scarlet Thread holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Scarlet Thread?
- Scarlet Thread stars Kathleen Byron, Laurence Harvey, Sydney Tafler, Arthur Hill and Dora Bryan.
- When was Scarlet Thread released?
- Scarlet Thread was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.