7.1
Where can I stream The Wings of the Dove legally?
You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.
The Wings of the Dove fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Spectacle5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Romantic and melancholic
- Romance8
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Satire & Parody3
- Dark Humor2
World
History, class and money, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters, performances, and dialogue
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Wings of the Dove is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumRomantic and melancholic
Emotionally, it's romantic, melancholic, and moving.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, class and money, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, class and money, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout characters, performances, and dialogue
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The characters, performances, and dialogue stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You want fast pacingYou want to half-watch while scrolling
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
A couple with everything but money. An heiress with everything but love. A temptation no one could resist.
Kate is secretly betrothed to a struggling journalist, Merton Densher. But she knows her Aunt Maude will never approve of the match, since Kate's deceased mother has lost all her money in a marriage to a degenerate opium addict. When Kate meets a terminally ill American heiress named Millie traveling through Europe, she comes up with a conniving plan to have both love and wealth.
Period DramaBetrayal and DeceitClass ConflictForbidden RomanceDangerous GameGreed and AmbitionPsychological ComplexityMoral AmbiguityIntense Character Study
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like The Wings of the Dove
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: The Wings of the Dove
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with The Wings of the Dove
The Wings of the Dove1997
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:A Place in the Sun (1951)Grand Hotel (1932)Jane Eyre (2011)The Paradise (2012)Cold War (2018)Nights of Cabiria (1957)Lady Macbeth (2016)Women in Love (1969)Valmont (1989)Jane Eyre (1943)My Cousin Rachel (2017)Invisible Life (2019)Sir (2018)Atonement (2007)Jude (1996)If Beale Street Could Talk (2018)Bleak House (2005)The Letter (1940)Ash Is Purest White (2018)Lootera (2013)Mansfield Park (1999)Mildred Pierce (1945)Wildlife (2018)Ammonite (2020)The Heiress (1949)Ophelia (2019)Great Expectations (2012)The Long, Hot Summer (1958)Far from the Madding Crowd (2015)Scarlet Street (1945)Maurice (1987)An Inspector Calls (2015)Poldark (2015)East of Eden (2026)The Magnificent Ambersons (1942)The Best of Youth (2003)Transit (2018)Wuthering Heights (1939)The Immigrant (2013)Les Misérables (1998)Manon of the Spring (1986)Gloomy Sunday (1999)Suspicion (1941)Claire's Knee (1970)Ashes and Diamonds (1958)Ju Dou (1990)Jane Eyre (2006)Lone Star (1996)The Marriage of Maria Braun (1979)They Live by Night (1949)Fingersmith (2005)The Sleeping Dictionary (2003)The Earrings of Madame de... (1953)Chéri (2009)Motherless Brooklyn (2019)Senso (1954)The English Patient (1996)Fury (1936)Raise the Red Lantern (1991)Dark Victory (1939)Dangerous Liaisons (1988)Parineeta (2005)Shyam Singha Roy (2021)Persuasion (2007)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about The Wings of the Dove
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Wings of the Dove worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 85%, and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Wings of the Dove rated?
RNuditySexual content
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: nudity and sexual content.
How long is The Wings of the Dove?
1 h 42 min
The Wings of the Dove runs 1 h 42 min.
Is The Wings of the Dove based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Wings of the Dove?
Critics79
Audiences70
Not quite. Critics rate The Wings of the Dove higher (79) than audiences (70). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Wings of the Dove in?
EnglishItalian
It was made in English, with some Italian. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Wings of the Dove?
50
+36
+36GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Wings of the Dove in 50 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Wings of the Dove use?
Impoverished PatricianManipulative BitchCorrupt the CutieFalse FriendGold DiggerVictorian Novel Disease
TV Tropes lists 6 storytelling tropes for The Wings of the Dove, including Impoverished Patrician, Manipulative Bitch, Corrupt the Cutie.