Brief Encounter (1945) is a romance drama set in Britain. It follows the story of a married woman who sparks an unforbidden affair with a charming doctor she met on the train station. Will they be able to keep their romance a secret, forms the crux of the story. David Lean directed the film while the screenplay was adapted by Noël Coward.
Here’s how you can watch and stream Brief Encounter (1945) via streaming services such as HBO Max.
Is Brief Encounter (1945) available to watch via streaming?
Yes, Brief Encounter (1945) is available to watch via streaming on HBO Max.
The film is a depiction of hidden desires and the societal pressure on women in old Britain. Both the characters, Laura and Dr. Alec struggle with the consequences of their choices. However, they are faced with the reality of their lives as they are forced to separate and move on. The film explores the themes of social expectations, personal fulfillment, and the complexities of love.
The cast of the film features Celia Johnson as Laura Jesson, Trevor Howard as Dr. Alec Harvey. Additionally, Stanley Holloway, Joyce Carey, Cyril Raymond, Everley Gregg, Marjorie Mars, and Margaret Barton also feature in pivotal roles.
Watch Brief Encounter (1945) streaming via HBO Max
Brief Encounter (1945) is available to watch on HBO Max.
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You can watch the film via Max, formerly known as HBO Max, by following these steps:
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- Select ‘Create Account’
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Brief Encounter’s (1945) official synopsis is as follows:
“Returning home from a shopping trip to a nearby town, bored suburban housewife Laura Jesson is thrown by happenstance into an acquaintance with virtuous doctor Alec Harvey. Their casual friendship soon develops during their weekly visits into something more emotionally fulfilling than either expected, and they must wrestle with the potential havoc their deepening relationship would have on their lives and the lives of those they love.”
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