The Reckless Moment
1949, English. Directed by Max Ophüls.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 144 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Reckless Moment
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Cast & crew
- Max OphülsDirector
- James MasonMartin Donnelly
- Joan BennettLucia Harper
- Geraldine BrooksBea Harper
- Henry O'NeillTom Harper
- Shepperd StrudwickTed Darby
- David BairDavid Harper
- Roy RobertsNagel
- Jessie ArnoldOld Lady (uncredited)
- Al BainMan (uncredited)
- Jack BakerMan (uncredited)
- Pat BartonReceptionist (uncredited)
- Holger BendixenMan (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 9 December 1949
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Elisabeth Sanxay Holding, Robert Soderberg, Henry Garson
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The Reckless Moment: quick answers
Is The Reckless Moment worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 144 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Reckless Moment?
The Reckless Moment runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
Does The Reckless Moment have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Reckless Moment. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Reckless Moment parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Reckless Moment is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Reckless Moment on?
The Reckless Moment isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Reckless Moment?
If you liked The Reckless Moment, try The Locket, The File on Thelma Jordon, Time Without Pity.
Who directed The Reckless Moment?
The Reckless Moment (1949) was directed by Max Ophüls and stars James Mason, Joan Bennett, Geraldine Brooks.