The House of the Spirits (1993)
Kernel Score: 76% · 725 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Romance, Drama
Released: 1993-10-21
Runtime: 140 minutes
Where to watch The House of the Spirits
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A rancher, his clairvoyant wife and their family face turbulent years in South America.
The House of the Spirits parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The House of the Spirits is an R-rated family drama set against political upheaval in South America involving domestic violence and a coup.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Includes a coup d'etat and domestic violence themes as part of a multi-generational family saga.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Some — Romance and family drama elements are present in this R-rated film.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Bille August
Cast
- Meryl Streep as Clara del Valle Trueba
- Glenn Close as Ferula Trueba
- Jeremy Irons as Esteban Trueba
- Winona Ryder as Blanca Trueba
- Antonio Banderas as Pedro Tercero Gareia
- Armin Mueller-Stahl as Severo del Valle
- María Conchita Alonso as Transito Soto
- Vincent Gallo as Esteban García
- Jan Niklas as Count Jean de Satigny
- Joaquín Martínez as Segundo
The House of the Spirits FAQ
Is The House of the Spirits good?
The House of the Spirits has a 76% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 725 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The House of the Spirits?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The House of the Spirits OK for kids?
The House of the Spirits is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The House of the Spirits is an R-rated family drama set against political upheaval in South America involving domestic violence and a coup.
What movies are like The House of the Spirits?
If you liked The House of the Spirits, try Of Mice and Men, Death and the Maiden, In Cold Blood and Cape Fear.