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The Secret Scripture

7.220171h 48mPG-13MovieDramaRomance

The hidden memoir of an elderly woman confined to a mental hospital reveals the history of her passionate yet tortured life, and of the religious and political upheavals in Ireland during the 1920s and 30s.

DirectorJim Sheridan
WritersJim Sheridan·Johnny Ferguson
ProducersNicolas Chartier·Eoin Colfer

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Cast · Directed by Jim Sheridan

RMRooney Mara
Rooney Mara
Young Roseanne McNulty
TJTheo James
Theo James
Father Gaunt
VRVanessa Redgrave
Vanessa Redgrave
Old Roseanne McNulty
EBEric Bana
Eric Bana
Dr. William Grene
JRJack Reynor
Jack Reynor
Michael Eneas
ATAidan Turner
Aidan Turner
Jack McNulty
SLSusan Lynch
Susan Lynch
Nurse
TVTom Vaughan-Lawlor
Tom Vaughan-Lawlor
McCabe
CKCharlie Kelly
Charlie Kelly
Beau
NMNika McGuigan
Nika McGuigan
Chrissie
AAAntony Acheampong
Antony Acheampong
G.I Grove
OJOmar Sharif Jr.
Omar Sharif Jr.
Daniel O'Brien

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The Secret Scripture — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Secret Scripture?

The Secret Scripture is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, The CW and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Secret Scripture on Netflix?

No, The Secret Scripture is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and The CW.

Is The Secret Scripture on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Secret Scripture is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The Secret Scripture for free?

The Secret Scripture is available to stream free (with ads) on The CW and Kanopy in United States.