


The Letter at a glance
The Letter is a 1940 crime and drama film, running 1h 35m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and YouTube.
Rated PG in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1940-11-21
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Director
- William Wyler
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.3 / 10 · 262 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmAfter a woman shoots a man to death, a damning letter she wrote raises suspicions.
Cast
14 names
Bette DavisLeslie Crosbie
Herbert MarshallRobert Crosbie
James StephensonHoward Joyce
Frieda InescortDorothy Joyce
Gale SondergaardMrs. Hammond
Bruce LesterJohn Withers
Elizabeth InglisAdele Ainsworth
Cecil KellawayPrescott
Victor Sen YungOng Chi Seng
Doris LloydMrs. Cooper
Willie FungChung Hi
Tetsu KomaiHead Boy
Brooks BenedictParty Guest (uncredited)Questions about The Letter
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Letter in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Letter is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Letter suitable for children?
The Letter is rated PG in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The Letter on PelisPlus UK?
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What is The Letter about?
After a woman shoots a man to death, a damning letter she wrote raises suspicions.
How long is The Letter?
The Letter runs for 1h 35m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Letter trailer?
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