The Singing Nun
“GOT A HEART? Here's the picture for it!”
Synopsis
Belgian nun Sister Ann is sent to another order where she's at first committed to helping troubled souls, like Nichole and little Dominic. When Father Clementi hears Sister Ann's uplifting singing style, he takes her to a talent contest. Sister Ann is signed to a record deal and everyone is listening to her lighthearted songs. She is unprepared for her newfound fame (like appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show) and unwanted side effects, including a wrongful attraction to an old friend.
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Debbie Reynolds
Sister Ann
Ricardo Montalban
Father Clementi
Greer Garson
Mother Prioress
Agnes Moorehead
Sister Cluny
Chad Everett
Robert Gerarde
Katharine Ross
Nicole Arlien
Ed Sullivan
Himself
Juanita Moore
Sister Mary
Ricky Cordell
Dominic Arlien
Michael Pate
Mr. Arlien
Tom Drake
Fitzpatrick
Larry D. Mann
Mr. Duvries
Charles Robinson
Marauder
Monique Montaigne
Sister Michele
Joyce van der Veen
Sister Elise
Anne Wakefield
Sister Brigitte
Pam Peterson
Sister Gertrude
Marina Koshetz
Sister Marthe
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 17, 1966
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henry Koster
- Screenplay & Story
- John Furia, Jr., Sally Benson
- Original Title
- The Singing Nun
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henry Koster
John Furia, Jr., Sally Benson
Milton Krasner
Rita Roland
John Beck
Department Leadership Roster
Milton Krasner
Director of Photography
Henry Koster
Director
Sally Benson
Writer
John Furia, Jr.
Writer
Rita Roland
Editor
John Beck
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Singing Nun
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What is The Singing Nun about?
Belgian nun Sister Ann is sent to another order where she's at first committed to helping troubled souls, like Nichole and little Dominic. When Father Clementi hears Sister Ann's uplifting singing style, he takes her to a talent contest. Sister Ann is signed to a record deal and everyone is listening to her lighthearted songs. She is unprepared for her newfound fame (like appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show) and unwanted side effects, including a wrongful attraction to an old friend.
Who directed The Singing Nun?
The Singing Nun was directed by Henry Koster.
Who stars in The Singing Nun?
The principal cast of The Singing Nun includes Debbie Reynolds, Ricardo Montalban, Greer Garson, Agnes Moorehead, Chad Everett.
When was The Singing Nun released and how long is it?
The Singing Nun was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Singing Nun?
The Singing Nun holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).