Desire Under the Elms
1958, English. Directed by Delbert Mann.
Ephraim Cabot is an old man of amazing vitality who loves his New England farm with a greedy passion. Hating him, and sharing his greed, are the sons of two wives Cabot has overworked into early graves. Most bitter is Eben, whose mother had owned most of the farm, and who feels who should be sole heir. When the old man brings home a new wife, Anna, she becomes a fierce contender to inherit the farm. Two of the sons leave when Eben gives them the fare in return for their shares of the farm. Meanwhile, Anna tries to cause some sparks by rubbing up against Eben.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 12 March 1958
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Irwin Shaw
- Box office
- $1M
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Desire Under the Elms runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
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Desire Under the Elms isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Desire Under the Elms?
If you liked Desire Under the Elms, try Tess, Far from the Madding Crowd, Far from the Madding Crowd.
Who directed Desire Under the Elms?
Desire Under the Elms (1958) was directed by Delbert Mann and stars Sophia Loren, Anthony Perkins, Burl Ives.
What is Desire Under the Elms based on?
Desire Under the Elms is adapted from a play or musical.