Black Narcissus

Black Narcissus

A story of exquisite yearning in a strange and beautiful land. Towering over the screen ... as the mountains that saw it happen.

7.5 /10 536 votes
May 26, 1947 1h 40m Released

Storyline

A group of Anglican nuns, led by Sister Clodagh, are sent to a mountain in the Himalayas. The climate in the region is hostile and the nuns are housed in an odd old palace. They work to establish a school and a hospital, but slowly their focus shifts. Sister Ruth falls for a government worker, Mr. Dean, and begins to question her vow of celibacy. As Sister Ruth obsesses over Mr. Dean, Sister Clodagh becomes immersed in her own memories of love.

Key Information

Director Emeric Pressburger
Writers Michael Powell, Rumer Godden
Studio The Archers
Rating 7.5/10
Language EN
Budget $1,200,000

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Cast & Crew

Deborah Kerr

Deborah Kerr

Sister Clodagh

Sabu

Sabu

The Young General

David Farrar

David Farrar

Mr. Dean

Flora Robson

Flora Robson

Sister Philippa

Esmond Knight

Esmond Knight

The Old General

Jean Simmons

Jean Simmons

Kanchi

Kathleen Byron

Kathleen Byron

Sister Ruth

Jenny Laird

Jenny Laird

Sister Honey

Judith Furse

Judith Furse

Sister Briony

May Hallatt

May Hallatt

Angu Ayah

Eddie Whaley Jr.

Joseph Anthony

Shaun Noble

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Frequently Asked Questions

Black Narcissus was released on May 26, 1947.

The runtime of Black Narcissus is 1h 40m.

Black Narcissus is a Drama movie.

Black Narcissus has a rating of 7.5 out of 10 on TMDB.

Black Narcissus is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Black Narcissus was directed by Emeric Pressburger.

The main cast of Black Narcissus includes Deborah Kerr, Sabu, David Farrar.

Black Narcissus is originally in English.