The Heart of the Matter
1953, English. Directed by George More O'Ferrall.
Based on Graham Greene’s novel, a married colonial police chief struggles with his conscience when he has an affair with a younger woman.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- George More O'FerrallDirector
- Trevor HowardHarry Scobie
- Elizabeth AllanLouise Scobie
- Denholm ElliottWilson
- Peter FinchFather Rank
- Maria SchellHelen Rolt
- Gérard OuryYusef
- George CoulourisPortuguese Captain
- Michael HordernCommissioner
- Jane HendersonMiss Malcot (uncredited)
- Earl CameronAli
- Judith FurseDr Sykes
- John Glyn-JonesHarris (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 3 November 1953
- Country
- United Kingdom
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What The Heart of the Matter is based on
The Heart of the Matter is adapted from a novel.
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The Heart of the Matter runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
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Which OTT platform is The Heart of the Matter on?
The Heart of the Matter isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 3 November 1953. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Heart of the Matter?
If you liked The Heart of the Matter, try Winged Creatures, A Wrinkle in Time, Mansfield Park.
Who directed The Heart of the Matter?
The Heart of the Matter (1953) was directed by George More O'Ferrall and stars Trevor Howard, Elizabeth Allan, Denholm Elliott.
What is The Heart of the Matter based on?
The Heart of the Matter is adapted from a novel.