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The Nun's Story
“From the very beginning, she was not like the others...”
7.2 / 10• 1959• 2h 31m•NR• English
Drama
Storyline
After leaving a wealthy Belgian family to become a nun, Sister Luke struggles with her devotion to her vows during crisis, disappointment, and World War II.
Cast & Crew
Audrey Hepburn
Sister Luke
Lead
Peter Finch
Dr. Fortunati
Edith Evans
Rev. Mother Emmanuel
Peggy Ashcroft
Mother Mathilde
Dean Jagger
Dr. Hubert Van Der Mal
Mildred Dunnock
Sister Margharita
Beatrice Straight
Mother Christophe
Patricia Collinge
Sister William
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Fred Zinnemann's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Nun's Story is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
