The Secret Heart
"You'll share the intimate secrets of an amazing love affair!"
Originally released in 1946. The Secret Heart is a drama film. directed by Robert Z. Leonard.
Starring Claudette Colbert, Walter Pidgeon, and June Allyson
Synopsis
Penny Addams lives in a constant state of depression stemming from the trauma of her father's death when she was just a young girl. Her brother, Chase, and stepmother, Lee, work to help Penny process her grief through psychotherapy and revisiting their past, but only the revelation of long-buried family secrets -- including her mother's secret lover and the true nature of her father's death -- can bring Penny out of her intense despair.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 25, 1946
79 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (9 votes)
Box Office
$2.7M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Claudette Colbert
as Lee Addams
Walter Pidgeon
as Chris Matthews
June Allyson
as Penny Addams
Lionel Barrymore
as Dr. Rossiger
Robert Sterling
as Chase N. Addams
Marshall Thompson
as Brandon Reynolds
Elizabeth Patterson
as Mrs. Stover
Richard Derr
as Larry Addams
Patricia Medina
as Kay Burns
Eily Malyon
as Miss Hunter
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $2,657,000
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Secret Heart about?
Penny Addams lives in a constant state of depression stemming from the trauma of her father's death when she was just a young girl. Her brother, Chase, and stepmother, Lee, work to help Penny proce...
Who directed The Secret Heart?
The Secret Heart was directed by Robert Z. Leonard.
How long is The Secret Heart?
The Secret Heart has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was The Secret Heart released?
The Secret Heart was released on December 25, 1946 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Secret Heart?
The main cast of The Secret Heart includes Claudette Colbert, Walter Pidgeon, June Allyson, Lionel Barrymore, Robert Sterling.