Washington Square

Plot Summary

In 1870s New York, spinster heiress Catherine Sloper is courted by the much younger, penniless Morris Townsend, much to the chagrin of her overprotective father. Catherine must decide whether to spend the rest of her life alone, or marry a man interested in her solely for her inheritence.

Top Cast

Jennifer Jason Leigh Catherine Sloper

Albert Finney Dr. Austin Sloper

Maggie Smith Aunt Lavinia Penniman

Ben Chaplin Morris Townsend

Judith Ivey Aunt Elizabeth Almond