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I Confess

1953·Movie·NR·95 min·7.1(483)

If you knew what he knew what would you do?

When a priest hears a murderer’s confession, he becomes bound by his vow of silence—even as circumstantial evidence turns suspicion toward him. Torn between faith and self-preservation, he faces public scandal and trial for a crime he cannot reveal the truth about.

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About I Confess

I Confess is a 1953 English-language drama, thriller and crime film directed by Alfred Hitchcock. The cast is led by Montgomery Clift, Anne Baxter, Karl Malden. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 500 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

I Confess was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on February 12, 1953, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Alfred Hitchcock
Writers
George Tabori, William Archibald
Release date
February 12, 1953
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Warner Bros. Pictures
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I Confess cast & crew

I Confess was directed by Alfred Hitchcock and written by George Tabori and William Archibald.

The cast features Montgomery Clift as Fr. Michael William Logan, Anne Baxter as Ruth Grandfort, Karl Malden as Inspector Larrue, Brian Aherne as Willy Robertson, O.E. Hasse as Otto Keller, and Roger Dann as Pierre Grandfort.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Dimitri Tiomkin, cinematography is by Robert Burks, and it was produced by Alfred Hitchcock.

Is I Confess worth watching?

I Confess holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 483 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.

At 1h 35m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama, thriller, and crime, I Confess is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch I Confess

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Cast of I Confess

Montgomery Clift

Montgomery Clift

Fr. Michael William Logan

Anne Baxter

Anne Baxter

Ruth Grandfort

Karl Malden

Karl Malden

Inspector Larrue

Brian Aherne

Brian Aherne

Willy Robertson

O.E. Hasse

O.E. Hasse

Otto Keller

Roger Dann

Roger Dann

Pierre Grandfort

Dolly Haas

Dolly Haas

Alma Keller

Charles Andre

Charles Andre

Father Millars

Nan Boardman

Nan Boardman

Maid (uncredited)

Henry Corden

Henry Corden

Det. Sgt. Farouche (uncredited)

Alfred Hitchcock

Alfred Hitchcock

Man Crossing the Top of Long Staircase (uncredited)

Ovila Légaré

Ovila Légaré

Monsieur Villette (uncredited)

I Confess — FAQs

Where can I watch I Confess in United States?

I Confess is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is I Confess in?

I Confess is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Italian, French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is I Confess?

I Confess runs 1 hours 35 minutes (95 minutes).

What is I Confess rated?

I Confess is rated NR. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 483 ratings.

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