My Cousin Rachel

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My Cousin Rachel

Released Dec 24, 1954

1h 38m

Mystery & Thriller

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When Philip Ashley's (Richard Burton) wealthy cousin, Ambrose (John Sutton), dies suddenly, his suspicions drift to Ambrose's new and icy wife, Rachel (Olivia de Havilland), who stands to benefit greatly from his cousin's death. When Ashley is introduced to Rachel at Ambrose's funeral, however, his fears are immediately laid to rest: how could such a beautiful young woman possibly be a murderer? But when the estate is left to Ashley, he begins to fear for his life.

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

Today, it's mainly remembered for nabbing Richard Burton a ridiculous Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor -- ridiculous not because he's bad in the film, but ridiculous because he's the lead actor and appears in almost every scene in the picture.

Rated: 3/4

Sep 18, 2021

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Manny Farber

The Nation

The picture happens to be a mystery, but because it is tied to the wispy conventions of romantic fiction, it never gets on the road.

Sep 15, 2021

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Nathanael Hood

The Retro Set

...a delicious romantic melodrama ruthlessly dissecting the fragility of the male ego that's remembered less for its own merit than the notedness of its cast and crew.

Rated: 7/10

Jun 3, 2019

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Dennis Schwartz

Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews

Overwrought melodrama."

Rated: C+

Apr 15, 2016

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Emanuel Levy

EmanuelLevy.Com

Richard Burton received his first Oscar nomination for his American debut in this adaptation of Daphne du Maurier's gothic novel, co-starring Olivia de Havilland.

Rated: B

Jun 17, 2012

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RICHARD S

Great adaptation of the original book. DeHavilland is perfection in her mysterious character, made clear only at the very end of the film. Nice to see a youthful and handsome Richard Burton. He plays his character well, but its hard to follow his changing motivations in the story. Following clues in the plot is a little tricky, even manipulative. But, a strong recommendation as a romantic drama.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/06/25

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ashley h

My Cousin Rachel is a terrific film. It is about a young man who plots revenge against the woman he believes murdered his cousin. Richard Burton and Olivia de Havilland give fantastic performances. The screenplay is good but a little slow in places. Henry Koster did a great job directing this movie. I enjoyed watching this motion picture because of the drama and mystery. My Cousin Rachel is a must see.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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steve d

Really solid drama with great acting.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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Audience Member

The best romance movie ever made!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/26/23

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Audience Member

Entre gòtica y misteriosa.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/15/23

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Audience Member

WAY MUCH BETTER AND EXCELLENT VERSION THAN THE ACTUAL MOVIE( FROM 2016). great performances with Olivia de Havilland and Richard Burton /

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/20/23

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Synopsis

When Philip Ashley's (Richard Burton) wealthy cousin, Ambrose (John Sutton), dies suddenly, his suspicions drift to Ambrose's new and icy wife, Rachel (Olivia de Havilland), who stands to benefit greatly from his cousin's death. When Ashley is introduced to Rachel at Ambrose's funeral, however, his fears are immediately laid to rest: how could such a beautiful young woman possibly be a murderer? But when the estate is left to Ashley, he begins to fear for his life.

Director: Henry Koster
Producer: Nunnally Johnson
Screenwriter: Nunnally Johnson
Distributor: 20th Century Fox
Production Co: Twentieth Century Fox
Genre: Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 24, 1954, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Jul 1, 2011
Runtime: 1h 38m

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