The End of the Affair (1955)

–or just the beginning?

105 min★ 6.5 · 1,696 votes

• Drama
• Romance

During the 1940s, Maurice Bendrix, a writer recently discharged from the armed service, falls in love with Sarah Miles, whom he interviews for a book. Sarah is married, but she and Maurice eventually give in to their mutual attraction, leading to an affair that lasts several months. Maurice's jealousy, along with the bombing of London by the Germans, seemingly leads to the end of their relationship. However, the reasons are later revealed to be more complex.

Release date

February 24, 1955

Country of origin

United States, United Kingdom

Music

Benjamin Frankel