The Strange Love of Martha Ivers
1946, English. Directed by Lewis Milestone.
Fate drew them together… and only murder could part them!
Three childhood friends, Martha, Walter and Sam, share a terrible secret. Over time, the ambitious Martha and the pusillanimous Walter have married. She is a cold businesswoman; he is the district attorney: a perfect combination to dominate the corrupt city of Iverstown at will. But the unexpected return of Sam, after years of absence, deeply disturbs the life of the odd couple.
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Strange Love of Martha Ivers is streaming on Artiflix and Brew in India.
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Cast & crew
- Lewis MilestoneDirector
- Barbara StanwyckMartha Ivers
- Van HeflinSam Masterson
- Lizabeth ScottAntonia 'Toni' Marachek
- Kirk DouglasWalter O'Neil
- Judith AndersonMrs. Ivers
- Roman BohnenMr. O'Neil
- Darryl HickmanYoung Sam
- Janis WilsonYoung Martha
- Ann DoranBobbi St. John
- Frank OrthHotel Clerk
- James FlavinPolice Detective #1
- Mickey KuhnYoung Walter
Details
- Released
- 19 August 1946
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Rossen
- Box office
- $3.3M
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What The Strange Love of Martha Ivers is based on
The Strange Love of Martha Ivers is adapted from a short story.
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The Strange Love of Martha Ivers: quick answers
Is The Strange Love of Martha Ivers worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 204 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Strange Love of Martha Ivers?
The Strange Love of Martha Ivers runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Does The Strange Love of Martha Ivers have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Strange Love of Martha Ivers. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Strange Love of Martha Ivers parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Strange Love of Martha Ivers is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Strange Love of Martha Ivers on?
The Strange Love of Martha Ivers is streaming on Artiflix and Brew in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Strange Love of Martha Ivers?
If you liked The Strange Love of Martha Ivers, try Shirley, Derailed, Dream Lover.
Who directed The Strange Love of Martha Ivers?
The Strange Love of Martha Ivers (1946) was directed by Lewis Milestone and stars Barbara Stanwyck, Van Heflin, Lizabeth Scott.
What is The Strange Love of Martha Ivers based on?
The Strange Love of Martha Ivers is adapted from a short story.