The Reckless Moment
“It could happen to so many married women!”
After discovering the dead body of her teenage daughter's lover, a housewife takes desperate measures to protect her family from scandal.
Where to watch The Reckless Moment in United States
Tubi TVClick a service to open The Reckless Moment there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is The Reckless Moment streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Tubi TV | — |
| Canada | Tubi TV | — |
| Australia | Tubi TV | — |
| France | Molotov TV | LaCinetek, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | FOD |
| South Korea | — | Google Play Movies |
About The Reckless Moment
The Reckless Moment is a 1949 English-language drama, thriller and crime film directed by Max Ophüls. The cast is led by James Mason, Joan Bennett, Geraldine Brooks. It has a runtime of 1h 22m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Tubi TV.
The Reckless Moment was produced by Walter Wanger Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on December 9, 1949, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Max Ophüls
- Writers
- Henry Garson, Elisabeth Sanxay Holding, Robert Soderberg
- Release date
- December 9, 1949
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Walter Wanger Productions
The Reckless Moment cast & crew
The Reckless Moment was directed by Max Ophüls and written by Henry Garson, Elisabeth Sanxay Holding, and Robert Soderberg.
The cast features James Mason as Martin Donnelly, Joan Bennett as Lucia Harper, Geraldine Brooks as Bea Harper, Henry O'Neill as Tom Harper, Shepperd Strudwick as Ted Darby, and David Bair as David Harper.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Hans J. Salter, cinematography is by Burnett Guffey, and it was produced by Walter Wanger.
Is The Reckless Moment worth watching?
The Reckless Moment holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 138 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 22m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, thriller, and crime, The Reckless Moment is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Reckless Moment
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Cast of The Reckless Moment
James Mason
Martin Donnelly
Joan Bennett
Lucia Harper
Geraldine Brooks
Bea Harper
Henry O'Neill
Tom Harper
Shepperd Strudwick
Ted Darby
David Bair
David Harper
Roy Roberts
Nagel
Jessie Arnold
Old Lady (uncredited)
Al Bain
Man (uncredited)
Jack Baker
Man (uncredited)
Pat Barton
Receptionist (uncredited)
Holger Bendixen
Man (uncredited)
The Reckless Moment — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Reckless Moment in United States?
The Reckless Moment is streaming on Tubi TV in United States.
▸Is The Reckless Moment on Tubi TV?
Yes — The Reckless Moment is currently available on Tubi TV in United States.
▸What language is The Reckless Moment in?
The Reckless Moment is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Reckless Moment?
The Reckless Moment runs 1 hours 22 minutes (82 minutes).
▸What is The Reckless Moment rated?
The Reckless Moment is rated NR. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 138 ratings.
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