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The Silver Cord

7.219331h 14mNRMovieRomanceDrama

A domineering matriarch is less than happy when her son brings home his new bride. She immediately sets to work at sabotaging their marriage as well as the engagement of her younger and weaker son.

DirectorJohn Cromwell
WriterJane Murfin
ProducersMerian C. Cooper·Pandro S. Berman

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 1 other country

The Silver Cord isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Spain. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by John Cromwell

IDIrene Dunne
Irene Dunne
Christina Phelps
JMJoel McCrea
Joel McCrea
David Phelps
LCLaura Hope Crews
Laura Hope Crews
Mrs. Phelps
ELEric Linden
Eric Linden
Robert Phelps
FDFrances Dee
Frances Dee
Hester
HC
Helen Cromwell
Delia
PI
Paul Irving
Taxicab Driver
PI
Perry Ivins
Phelps Family Doctor
RP
Reginald Pasch
Laboratory Technician
GSGustav von Seyffertitz
Gustav von Seyffertitz
German Doctor

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The Silver Cord — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Silver Cord?

The Silver Cord isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Spain. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Silver Cord on Netflix?

No, The Silver Cord is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is The Silver Cord on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Silver Cord isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Silver Cord for free?

The Silver Cord isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.