The Nun's Story
1959, English. Directed by Fred Zinnemann.
From the very beginning, she was not like the others...
After leaving a wealthy Belgian family to become a nun, Sister Luke struggles with her devotion to her vows during crisis, disappointment, and World War II.
- Runtime
- 2h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Nun's Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Fred ZinnemannDirector
- Audrey HepburnSister Luke
- Peter FinchDr. Fortunati
- Edith EvansRev. Mother Emmanuel
- Peggy AshcroftMother Mathilde
- Dean JaggerDr. Hubert Van Der Mal
- Mildred DunnockSister Margharita
- Beatrice StraightMother Christophe
- Patricia CollingeSister William
- Rosalie CrutchleySister Eleanor
- Ruth WhiteMother Marcella
- Barbara O'NeilMother Didyma
- Margaret PhillipsSister Pauline
Details
- Released
- 18 June 1959
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Anderson
- Budget
- $3.5M
- Box office
- $13M
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The Nun's Story: quick answers
Is The Nun's Story worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 207 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Nun's Story?
The Nun's Story runs 151 minutes (2h 31m).
Does The Nun's Story have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Nun's Story. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Nun's Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Nun's Story is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Nun's Story on?
The Nun's Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Nun's Story?
If you liked The Nun's Story, try The Song of Bernadette, The Keys of the Kingdom, Black Narcissus.
Who directed The Nun's Story?
The Nun's Story (1959) was directed by Fred Zinnemann and stars Audrey Hepburn, Peter Finch, Edith Evans.