Cast: Merle Oberon

Direction William Wyler

Cast Merle Oberon · Laurence Olivier · David Niven · Flora Robson

Synopsis Wuthering Heights (1939) unfolds in the rugged landscapes of Yorkshire during the early 19th century, where the Earnshaw family resides. One fateful day, Mr. Earnshaw returns from an urban excursion with a disheveled young boy named Heathcliff. Hindley, the Earnshaw's...

Direction William Wyler

Cast Miriam Hopkins · Merle Oberon · Joel McCrea · Catherine Doucet

Synopsis These Three (1936) follows the journey of Karen and Martha, who, after graduating from college, find themselves without a home or financial stability. Karen, however, has a glimmer of hope when she inherits a farmhouse from her grandmother. The two...

Direction Alexander Korda

Cast Charles Laughton · Binnie Barnes · Robert Donat · Elsa Lanchester

Synopsis The Private Life of Henry VIII (1933) delves into the tumultuous reign of King Henry VIII, focusing on his relationships with the final five of his six wives. Primarily set within the confines of the royal castle, the narrative commences...

Direction Ernst Lubitsch

Cast Merle Oberon · Melvyn Douglas · Burgess Meredith · Alan Mowbray

Synopsis That Uncertain Feeling (1941) follows Larry Baker (Melvyn Douglas), a man content with his professional life and marriage, unaware that his wife, Jill (Merle Oberon), is deeply unhappy and craving more attention. In an attempt to provoke a reaction from...

Direction Bill Duncalf

Cast Dirk Bogarde · Josef von Sternberg · Charles Laughton · Robert Graves

Synopsis The Epic That Never Was (TV) (1967) is a British television documentary presented by Dirk Bogarde, delving into the ill-fated 1937 film adaptation of "I Claudius." The ambitious project, helmed by director Josef Von Sternberg and produced by Alexander Korda,...

Direction Jacques Tourneur

Cast Merle Oberon · Robert Ryan · Charles Korvin · Paul Lukas

Synopsis Berlin Express (1948) follows a transcontinental train journey from Paris to post-war Germany, carrying passengers from various nations, each concealing their true identities. A political murder during the trip jeopardizes a crucial conference, prompting a Frenchwoman named Lucienne to enlist...

Direction Harold Young

Cast Leslie Howard · Joan Gardner · Merle Oberon · Raymond Massey

Synopsis The Scarlet Pimpernel (1934) is an adaptation of the renowned novel by Baroness Orczy, chronicling the adventures of Sir Percy Blakeney. By day, he is perceived as a fashionable and carefree British nobleman, but under the cover of darkness, he...

Direction Charles Vidor

Cast Paul Muni · Merle Oberon · Cornel Wilde · Stephen Bekassy

Synopsis A Song to Remember (1945) follows the journey of renowned pianist Fryderyk Chopin as he is nurtured by his mentor, Prof. Joseph Elsner, from his youth to early adulthood in Poland. During a performance at a duke's residence, Chopin's outspoken...

Direction John Brahm

Cast Merle Oberon · George Sanders · Laird Cregar · Cedric Hardwicke

Synopsis The Lodger (1944) follows the story of Mrs. Bonting, who struggles to maintain her household's facade amidst financial difficulties. Her husband, Mr. Bonting, is reluctant to rent out rooms, but their situation improves when an eccentric young man, Mr. Slade,...

Direction John Cromwell

Cast Dana Andrews · Merle Oberon · Ethel Barrymore · Hoagy Carmichael

Synopsis Night Song (1947) follows the story of Cathy Mallory, a charming socialite with a deep appreciation for classical music. Her friends introduce her to a hidden dance club, where she encounters Dan Evans, a talented blind pianist performing with Chick...

Direction André De Toth

Cast Merle Oberon · Franchot Tone · Thomas Mitchell · Fay Bainter

Synopsis Dark Waters (1944) follows Leslie Calvin, the lone survivor of a harrowing submarine incident, as she seeks solace and emotional recovery with her relatives. However, her journey takes a dark turn when she crosses paths with a group of deceitful...

Direction Tim Whelan

Cast Laurence Olivier · Merle Oberon · Binnie Barnes · Ralph Richardson

Synopsis The Divorce of Lady X (1938) follows the story of Leslie Steele, who finds herself stranded in a hotel due to fog. She cleverly persuades the charming and jaded divorce attorney, Everard Logan, to share his suite. Leslie initially leads...

Direction H.C. Potter

Cast Gary Cooper · Merle Oberon · Patsy Kelly · Walter Brennan

Synopsis The Cowboy and the Lady (1938) follows Mary Smith, a young woman constrained by her father's political ambitions, which prevent her from enjoying a normal social life. In a bid for freedom, she joins her maids on a night out...

Direction Henry Koster

Cast Marlon Brando · Jean Simmons · Merle Oberon · Michael Rennie

Synopsis Désirée (1954) unfolds in the vibrant city of Marseilles, France, during the tumultuous year of 1794. The story revolves around Désirée Clary, a young and ambitious millinery clerk who finds herself deeply enamored with the rising star, Napoleon Bonaparte. However,...

Direction Sidney Franklin

Cast Fredric March · Merle Oberon · Herbert Marshall · Janet Beecher

Synopsis The Dark Angel (1935) follows the intertwined lives of Kitty Vane, Alan Trent, and Gerald Shannon, who have been close companions since their youth. Kitty has long anticipated marrying one of them, but it is not until the onset of...

Direction Alexander Korda

Cast Douglas Fairbanks · Merle Oberon · Bruce Winston · Gina Malo

Synopsis The Private Life of Don Juan (1934) presents Douglas Fairbanks Sr. in his final on-screen appearance, directed by Alexander Korda, offering a delightfully satirical take on the legendary Don Juan tale. Following a staged demise and escape from Seville, the...

Direction Stanley Donen

Cast José Ferrer · Merle Oberon · Helen Traubel · Doe Avedon

Synopsis Deep in My Heart (1954) is a captivating biographical film that delves into the life and career of the renowned American composer Sigmund Romberg. The movie offers a comprehensive look at Romberg's journey, from his early beginnings to his significant...

Direction Julien Duvivier

Cast Merle Oberon · Edna May Oliver · Alan Marshal · Joseph Cotten

Synopsis Lydia (1941) follows the story of Lydia MacMillan, a prosperous elderly woman who has never tied the knot. She extends an invitation to a group of men of similar age to her residence, encouraging them to reminisce about their youthful...

Direction Richard Quine

Cast Rod Taylor · Catherine Spaak · Karl Malden · Melvyn Douglas

Synopsis Hotel (1967) presents a gripping narrative inspired by Arthur Hailey's acclaimed novel, focusing on the intricate operations of a sprawling, bustling hotel in New Orleans. The film centers around the dedicated yet ambitious hotel manager, played by Rod Taylor, who...

Direction Russell Rouse

Cast Stephen Boyd · Elke Sommer · Milton Berle · Eleanor Parker

Synopsis The Oscar (1966) follows the journey of Frankie Fane, a man who has ascended to the pinnacle of Hollywood's elite. As he stands on the brink of winning his coveted Oscar, his longtime friend Hymie Kelly reflects on their shared...