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.

Jennifer Jason Leighas Catherine Sloper
Albert Finneyas Dr. Austin Sloper
Maggie Smithas Aunt Lavinia Penniman
Ben Chaplinas Morris Townsend
Judith Iveyas Aunt Elizabeth Almond
Jennifer Garneras Marian Almond
Robert Stantonas Arthur Townsend
Betsy Brantleyas Mrs. Montgomery
Nancy Dalyas Maureen (Maid)
Jerzy Zieliński