Marnie (1964)
Kernel Score: 79% · 1,208 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Romance
Released: 1964-07-17
Runtime: 130 minutes
Where to watch Marnie
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Marnie is a beautiful but emotionally withdrawn thief, stealing from employers before disappearing under new identities. When her new boss, Mark Rutland, discovers her secret, his fascination turns to obsession, and he blackmails her into marriage, convinced he can cure her. But as he probes deeper into Marnie’s fractured mind, long-buried fears and compulsions begin to surface.
Marnie parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Marnie is a Hitchcock psychological thriller dealing with sexual trauma, blackmail, and manipulation.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes a suicide attempt and tense chase/blackmail sequences.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Themes of sexual abuse, rape, and a coercive marriage are central to the plot, though not graphically shown.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Tippi Hedren as Marnie Edgar
- Sean Connery as Mark Rutland
- Diane Baker as Lil Mainwaring
- Martin Gabel as Sidney Strutt
- Louise Latham as Bernice Edgar
- Bob Sweeney as Cousin Bob
- Milton Selzer as Man at Track
- Mariette Hartley as Susan Clabon
- Alan Napier as Mr. Rutland
- Bruce Dern as Sailor
Marnie FAQ
Is Marnie good?
Marnie has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,208 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Marnie?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Marnie OK for kids?
Marnie is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Marnie is a Hitchcock psychological thriller dealing with sexual trauma, blackmail, and manipulation.
What movies are like Marnie?
If you liked Marnie, try Blow Out, Eastern Promises, Wild at Heart and Blue Velvet.