Mourning Becomes Electra

"...Mother and daughter in love with the same man ... rivals in ruthlessness even to murder!"

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.

Release Date

November 19, 1947

Status

Released

Original Title

Mourning Becomes Electra

Runtime

2h 53min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English

Production Companies

RKO Radio Pictures