Jane Eyre (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1943, Jane Eyre is a drama and romance film directed by Robert Stevenson, running about 97 minutes. “A love story every woman would die a thousand deaths to live!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After a harsh childhood, orphan Jane Eyre is hired by Edward Rochester, the brooding lord of a mysterious manor house to care for his young daughter.
Who’s in it. Jane Eyre stars Orson Welles as Edward Rochester, Joan Fontaine as Jane Eyre, Margaret O'Brien as Adele Varens and Peggy Ann Garner as Jane Eyre (younger), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Jane Eyre has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jane Eyre page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jane Eyre tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jane Eyre (1943)?
- In US, Jane Eyre is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Jane Eyre worth watching?
- Jane Eyre holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jane Eyre?
- Jane Eyre stars Orson Welles, Joan Fontaine, Margaret O'Brien, Peggy Ann Garner and John Sutton.
- When was Jane Eyre released?
- Jane Eyre was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.