Cast: Olivia de Havilland

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Olivia de Havilland. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


The Heiress

1949 · Movie · 115 min. · United States

Direction William Wyler

Cast Olivia de Havilland · Montgomery Clift · Ralph Richardson · Miriam Hopkins

Synopsis The Heiress (1949) follows the life of Catherine Sloper, a reserved and introverted young woman residing with her father, Dr. Austin Sloper, in the bustling city of New York during the year 1849. Catherine's mother, remembered as a radiant and...

8.1

7K votes

8.1

7K votes

Gone With the Wind

1939 · Movie · 238 min. · United States

Direction Victor Fleming · George Cukor · Sam Wood

Cast Vivien Leigh · Clark Gable · Olivia de Havilland · Leslie Howard

Synopsis Gone With the Wind (1939) unfolds the tale of Scarlett O'Hara (Vivien Leigh), a privileged Southern lady who harbors a secret affection for Ashley Wilkes (Leslie Howard). When she discovers that Ashley is betrothed to Melanie Hamilton (Olivia de Havilland),...

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7.9

57K votes

7.9

57K votes

Hold Back the Dawn

1941 · Movie · 115 min. · United States

Direction Mitchell Leisen

Cast Charles Boyer · Olivia de Havilland · Paulette Goddard · Victor Francen

Synopsis Hold Back the Dawn (1941) follows the story of Georges Iscovescu, a charming Romanian-French gigolo with aspirations to enter the United States. However, his journey is halted in Mexico due to the quota system. In a strategic move, he decides...

7.6

1K votes

7.6

1K votes

To Each His Own

1946 · Movie · 122 min. · United States

Direction Mitchell Leisen

Cast Olivia de Havilland · Mary Anderson · Roland Culver · Virginia Welles

Synopsis To Each His Own (1946) follows the journey of a woman who, due to societal pressures, is compelled to relinquish her newborn son to avoid public disgrace. Despite this heart-wrenching decision, she remains a constant, albeit distant, presence in her...

7.4

489 votes

7.4

489 votes

Direction Ernest Kinoy · Georg Stanford Brown · Charles S. Dubin · John Erman

Cast Georg Stanford Brown · Olivia de Havilland · Henry Fonda · Marlon Brando

Synopsis Roots: The Next Generations (TV Miniseries) (1979) spans 14 episodes, each lasting an hour, and picks up where the original "Roots" miniseries left off. The narrative follows the descendants of Alex Haley's family as they navigate the challenges and triumphs...

7.4

161 votes

7.4

161 votes

Captain Blood

1935 · Movie · 114 min. · United States

Direction Michael Curtiz

Cast Errol Flynn · Olivia de Havilland · Lionel Atwill · Basil Rathbone

Synopsis Captain Blood (1935) follows the thrilling adventures of Peter Blood, an Irish physician who is unjustly convicted and transported to the Caribbean as a slave. In his new surroundings, he finds himself in a world of danger and intrigue. Blood's...

7.3

8K votes

7.3

8K votes

Direction Raoul Walsh

Cast Errol Flynn · Olivia de Havilland · Arthur Kennedy · Charley Grapewin

Synopsis They Died with their Boots On (1941) chronicles the journey of George Armstrong Custer (Errol Flynn), beginning with his time at West Point and his courtship of Elizabeth Bacon (Olivia de Havilland). The narrative spans the American Civil War and...

7.3

16K votes

7.3

16K votes

Direction Robert Aldrich

Cast Bette Davis · Olivia de Havilland · Joseph Cotten · Agnes Moorehead

Synopsis Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964) follows the story of Charlotte Hollis, a wealthy and reclusive Southern woman who has been ostracized by her community for decades due to her suspected involvement in the brutal murder of her fiancé, John Mayhew....

7.3

3K votes

7.3

3K votes

The Dark Mirror

1946 · Movie · 85 min. · United States

Direction Robert Siodmak

Cast Olivia de Havilland · Lew Ayres · Thomas Mitchell · Richard Long

Synopsis The Dark Mirror (1946) follows the intriguing tale of a woman accused of killing her physician boyfriend, who has a twin sister. When both sisters claim to have alibis for the night of the murder, a psychiatrist is enlisted to...

7.2

3K votes

7.2

3K votes

Direction Michael Curtiz · William Keighley

Cast Errol Flynn · Olivia de Havilland · Basil Rathbone · Claude Rains

Synopsis The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) presents a thrilling tale of the legendary outlaw and his loyal band of Merry Men, who dedicate themselves to redistributing wealth from the affluent to the needy. Directed by Michael Curtiz, the film follows...

7.2

28K votes

7.2

28K votes

Direction Michael Curtiz

Cast Errol Flynn · Olivia de Havilland · Patric Knowles · Nigel Bruce

Synopsis The Charge of the Light Brigade (1936) follows the story of Major Vickers, a dedicated officer serving with the 27th Lancers in India during 1856. While the regiment is engaged in maneuvers, Surat Khan and his forces launch a brutal...

7.0

2K votes

7.0

2K votes

The Snake Pit

1948 · Movie · 108 min. · United States

Direction Anatole Litvak

Cast Olivia de Havilland · Leo Genn · Mark Stevens · Celeste Holm

Synopsis The Snake Pit (1948) is a gripping and intense drama that delves into the complexities of mental illness, featuring Olivia de Havilland's remarkable, Oscar-nominated portrayal of Virginia, a newlywed grappling with an emerging psychosis. This 1948 film, adapted from Mary...

7.0

754 votes

7.0

754 votes

Dodge City

1939 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Michael Curtiz

Cast Errol Flynn · Olivia de Havilland · Ann Sheridan · Bruce Cabot

Synopsis Dodge City (1939) follows the journey of a dedicated Texas cattle agent, portrayed by Errol Flynn, who becomes an eyewitness to the harsh and unruly environment of Dodge City. Compelled by his experiences, he accepts the challenging role of sheriff...

6.8

2K votes

6.8

2K votes

In This Our Life

1942 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction John Huston

Cast Bette Davis · Olivia de Havilland · George Brent · Charles Coburn

Synopsis In This Our Life (1942) follows the tumultuous journey of Stanley Timberlake, a woman driven by selfish desires. She abruptly ends her engagement and entices her sister's husband, leading him to abandon his family. Following their divorce, they marry, but...

6.8

973 votes

6.8

973 votes

The Strawberry Blonde

1941 · Movie · 91 min. · United States

Direction Raoul Walsh

Cast James Cagney · Olivia de Havilland · Rita Hayworth · Alan Hale

Synopsis The Strawberry Blonde (1941) follows the tale of Biff Grimes, who is deeply infatuated with Virginia Brush. However, his so-called friend, Hugo Barnstead, manages to marry her instead. To make matters worse, Hugo manipulates Biff into taking the blame for...

6.7

451 votes

6.7

451 votes

It's Love I'm After

1937 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction Archie Mayo

Cast Leslie Howard · Bette Davis · Olivia de Havilland · Eric Blore

Synopsis It's Love I'm After (1937) follows the romantic entanglements of Basil Underwood and Joyce Arden, who have delayed their wedding eleven times. Meanwhile, Henry Grant's fiancée, Marcia, develops a strong affection for Basil. At Henry's behest, Basil attempts to discourage...

6.6

143 votes

6.6

143 votes

Direction Michael Curtiz

Cast Bette Davis · Errol Flynn · Olivia de Havilland · Donald Crisp

Synopsis The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex (1939) is a captivating romantic drama that delves into the tumultuous relationship between Queen Elizabeth I, portrayed by the iconic Bette Davis, and Robert Devereux, the 2nd Earl of Essex, brought to life...

6.6

853 votes

6.6

853 votes