The End of the Affair (1955)
–or just the beginning?
During the 1940s, Maurice Bendrix, a writer recently discharged from the armed service, falls in love with Sarah Miles, whom he interviews for a book. Sarah is married, but she and Maurice eventually give in to their mutual attraction, leading to an affair that lasts several months. Maurice's jealousy, along with the bombing of London by the Germans, seemingly leads to the end of their relationship. However, the reasons are later revealed to be more complex.
Cast
- Deborah Kerr - Sarah Miles
- Van Johnson - Maurice Bendrix
- John Mills - Albert Parkis
- Peter Cushing - Henry Miles
- Michael Goodliffe - Smythe
- Stephen Murray - Father Crompton
- Charles Goldner - Savage
- Nora Swinburne - Mrs Bertram
- Frederick Leister - Dr Collingwood
- Mary Williams - Maid
Screenplay
- Graham Greene (Novel)
- Lenore J. Coffee (Screenplay)
Themes
Forbidden Love and Passionate Affairs, Struggling to Save a Failing Marriage, An Unfaithful Wife and Shattered Homes, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Secret Affairs and Deception
Keywords
infidelity, london, england, based on novel or book, world war ii, speech, star crossed lovers, london blitz, unfaithful wife
Trailer
The End of the Affair TrailerFrequently Asked Questions
- What is The End of the Affair about?
- During the 1940s, Maurice Bendrix, a writer recently discharged from the armed service, falls in love with Sarah Miles, whom he interviews for a book. Sarah is married, but she and Maurice eventually give in to their mutual attraction, leading to an affair that lasts several months. Maurice's jealousy, along with the bombing of London by the Germans, seemingly leads to the end of their relationship. However, the reasons are later revealed to be more complex.
- Who directed The End of the Affair?
- The End of the Affair was directed by Edward Dmytryk.
- Who stars in The End of the Affair?
- The End of the Affair stars Deborah Kerr, Van Johnson, John Mills, Peter Cushing, Michael Goodliffe, Stephen Murray.
- How long is The End of the Affair?
- The End of the Affair has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).
- What genre is The End of the Affair?
- The End of the Affair is a Drama, Romance film.
- Where was The End of the Affair produced?
- The End of the Affair was produced in United Kingdom, United States of America.
- What are the themes of The End of the Affair?
- The themes of The End of the Affair include: Forbidden Love and Passionate Affairs, Struggling to Save a Failing Marriage, An Unfaithful Wife and Shattered Homes, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Secret Affairs and Deception.