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Encore

6.219511h 29mMovieComedyDrama

Encore is a 1951 anthology film composed of adaptations of three short stories by W. Somerset Maugham: "The Ant and the Grasshopper", directed by Pat Jackson and adapted by T. E. B. Clarke; "Winter Cruise", helmed by Anthony Pelissier,…

DirectorsHarold French·Anthony Pelissier
WritersArthur Macrae·W. Somerset Maugham

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
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Cast · Directed by Harold French

GJGlynis Johns
Glynis Johns
Stella Cotman
NPNigel Patrick
Nigel Patrick
Tom Ramsay
RCRoland Culver
Roland Culver
George Ramsay
ALAlison Leggatt
Alison Leggatt
Freda Ramsay
CVCharles Victor
Charles Victor
Mr. Bateman
PGPeter Graves
Peter Graves
Philip Cronshaw
MWMargaret Withers
Margaret Withers
Mrs. Bateman
MVMargaret Vyner
Margaret Vyner
Gertrude Wilmot
JLJohn Laurie
John Laurie
Andrews, Engineer
NPNoel Purcell
Noel Purcell
Tom, Captain
RSRonald Squire
Ronald Squire
Doctor
WMW. Somerset Maugham
W. Somerset Maugham
Self and Narrator

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Encore — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Encore?

Encore is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Encore on Netflix?

No, Encore is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Encore on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Encore isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch Encore for free?

Encore is available on Criterion Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.