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MUSIC . 1966 . 1h 37m . 5.8/10

The Singing Nun_

"GOT A HEART? Here's the picture for it!"

Belgian nun Sister Ann is sent to another order where she's at first committed to helping troubled souls, like Nichole and little Dominic. When Father Clementi hears Sister Ann's uplifting singing style, he takes her to a talent contest. Sister Ann is signed to a record deal and everyone is listening to her lighthearted songs. She is unprepared for her newfound fame (like appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show) and unwanted side effects, including a wrongful attraction to an old friend.

Starring Debbie Reynolds, Ricardo Montalban, Greer Garson
5.8/10
Rating
1h 37m
Runtime
1966
Year
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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GOT A HEART? Here's the picture for it!

Belgian nun Sister Ann is sent to another order where she's at first committed to helping troubled souls, like Nichole and little Dominic. When Father Clementi hears Sister Ann's uplifting singing style, he takes her to a talent contest. Sister Ann is signed to a record deal and everyone is listening to her lighthearted songs. She is unprepared for her newfound fame (like appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show) and unwanted side effects, including a wrongful attraction to an old friend.

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Cast
Debbie Reynolds stars as Sister Ann in The Singing Nun.
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Year context
The Singing Nun was released 60 years ago in 1966.
Overview
Belgian nun Sister Ann is sent to another order where she's at first committed to helping troubled souls, like Nichole and little Dominic. When Father Clemen...
The Singing Nun is a Music, Comedy, Drama film with a runtime of 1h 37m.

CAST (20)

Debbie Reynolds
Debbie Reynolds
Sister Ann
Ricardo Montalban
Ricardo Montalban
Father Clementi
Greer Garson
Greer Garson
Mother Prioress
Agnes Moorehead
Agnes Moorehead
Sister Cluny
Chad Everett
Chad Everett
Robert Gerarde
Katharine Ross
Katharine Ross
Nicole Arlien
Ed Sullivan
Ed Sullivan
Himself
Juanita Moore
Juanita Moore
Sister Mary
RC
Ricky Cordell
Dominic Arlien
Michael Pate
Michael Pate
Mr. Arlien
Tom Drake
Tom Drake
Fitzpatrick
Larry D. Mann
Larry D. Mann
Mr. Duvries
Charles Robinson
Charles Robinson
Marauder
MM
Monique Montaigne
Sister Michele
JV
Joyce van der Veen
Sister Elise
Anne Wakefield
Anne Wakefield
Sister Brigitte
PP
Pam Peterson
Sister Gertrude
Marina Koshetz
Marina Koshetz
Sister Marthe
Nancy Walters
Nancy Walters
Sister Therese
Violet Rensing
Violet Rensing
Sister Elizabeth

DETAILS

Release
Status
Released
Runtime
97 min (1h 37m)
Country
Rating
5.8/10 (22 votes)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is The Singing Nun about?
Belgian nun Sister Ann is sent to another order where she's at first committed to helping troubled souls, like Nichole and little Dominic. When Father Clementi hears Sister Ann's uplifting singing style, he takes her to a talent contest. Sister Ann is signed to a record deal and everyone is listening to her lighthearted songs. She is unprepared for her newfound fame (like appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show) and unwanted side effects, including a wrongful attraction to an old friend.
How long is The Singing Nun?
The Singing Nun has a runtime of 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Who stars in The Singing Nun?
The cast of The Singing Nun includes Debbie Reynolds, Ricardo Montalban, Greer Garson, Agnes Moorehead, Chad Everett.
What is the rating of The Singing Nun?
The Singing Nun has a rating of 5.8 out of 10 based on 22 votes on TMDB.

GENRES (4)

Music Comedy Drama Family
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