The Search
1948 • Drama / War • Starring Montgomery Clift
Where to Watch
Available in United States for the 1948 release on streaming platforms such as Prime Video and Max, you can watch The Search online, stream The Search, and often rent or buy The Search on related services. WhoPlaysNow compares these options in one place, and availability can change by region as provider catalogs update over time.
About The Search
The Search (1948) blends Drama and War elements. Top cast includes Montgomery Clift, Ivan Jandl, and Aline MacMahon. The narrative builds around escalating stakes, urgent decisions, and action-driven momentum.
Actor: Montgomery CliftGenre: Drama moviesProvider: Prime Video
Synopsis
In postwar Germany, a displaced Czech boy, separated from his family during wartime, is befriended by an American GI while the boy's mother desperately searches for him.
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Yes. You can rent or buy The Search online in United States on Prime Video and Vudu. Prices and video quality can vary by store.
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Yes. You can stream The Search in United States on Max. The Search is currently available in United States on those services, but regional rights can change over time.
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Top Cast
Trailers & Clips
The Search (1948) Official Trailer - Montgomery Clift, Wendell Corey Post-WWII Movie HD
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