Brief Ecstasy (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1937, Brief Ecstasy is a drama and romance film directed by Edmond T. Gréville, running about 69 minutes.
What it’s about. A remarkable story of love lost and found, as a young couple are separated by circumstance, and plunged into emotional turmoil by a reunion...
Who’s in it. Brief Ecstasy stars Paul Lukas as Prof. Paul Bernardy, Hugh Williams as Jim Wyndham, Linden Travers as Helen Norwood Bernardy and Marie Ney as Martha Russell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Brief Ecstasy 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 Brief Ecstasy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brief Ecstasy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brief Ecstasy (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brief Ecstasy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Brief Ecstasy worth watching?
- Brief Ecstasy 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 Brief Ecstasy?
- Brief Ecstasy stars Paul Lukas, Hugh Williams, Linden Travers, Marie Ney and Renee Gadd.
- When was Brief Ecstasy released?
- Brief Ecstasy was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.
