The Strange Love of Martha Ivers

"Fate drew them together… and only murder could part them!"

Sep 13 1946 Approved 1h 56m
Drama, Film-Noir, Romance

Three childhood friends, Martha, Walter and Sam, share a terrible secret. Over time, the ambitious Martha and the pusillanimous Walter have married. She is a cold businesswoman; he is the district attorney: a perfect combination to dominate the corrupt city of Iverstown at will. But the unexpected return of Sam, after years of absence, deeply disturbs the life of the odd couple.

Plot

Childhood friends Martha, Walter, and Sam share a terrible secret. Over time, the ambitious Martha and the pusillanimous Walter have married. She is a cold businesswoman; he is the district attorney: a perfect combination to dominate the corrupt city of Iverstown at will. But Sam's unexpected return after years of absence deeply disturbs the formidable couple.

Written by

Robert Rossen, John Patrick, Robert Riskin

Directed by

Lewis Milestone

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Paramount

Languages

English

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 2 nominations total

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