Overview

Near the end of the Civil War, the proud residents of Mannon Manor await the return of shipping tycoon Ezra Mannon and son Orin. Meanwhile Ezra’s conniving wife Christine and daughter Lavinia vie for the love of a handsome captain with a dark secret while well-meaning neighbor Peter sets his sights on Lavinia.

Cast

Rosalind Russell, Michael Redgrave, Raymond Massey, Katina Paxinou, Kirk Douglas, Leo Genn, Nancy Coleman, Henry Hull

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Frequently asked

What is "Mourning Becomes Electra" about?

Near the end of the Civil War, the proud residents of Mannon Manor await the return of shipping tycoon Ezra Mannon and son Orin. Meanwhile Ezra’s conniving wife Christine and daughter Lavinia vie for the love of a handsome captain with a dark secret while well-meaning neighbor Peter sets his sights on Lavinia.

When was "Mourning Becomes Electra" released?

Mourning Becomes Electra was released in 1947.

Who stars in "Mourning Becomes Electra"?

The cast includes Rosalind Russell, Michael Redgrave, Raymond Massey, Katina Paxinou.