Educating Rita
"Sometimes students end up being the best teachers."
Originally released in 1983. Educating Rita is a drama/comedy film. directed by Lewis Gilbert.
Starring Michael Caine, Julie Walters, and Michael Williams
Synopsis
Rita, a witty 26-year-old hairdresser, wants to 'discover' herself, so she joins the Open University where she meets the disillusioned professor of literature, Dr. Frank Bryant. His marriage has failed, his new girlfriend is having an affair with his best friend and he can't get through the day without downing a bottle or two of whisky. What Frank needs is a challenge... and along comes Rita.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 16, 1983
42 years ago
Runtime
1h 46m
106 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (199 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Acorn Pictures
- The Rank Organisation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Educating Rita about?
Rita, a witty 26-year-old hairdresser, wants to 'discover' herself, so she joins the Open University where she meets the disillusioned professor of literature, Dr. Frank Bryant. His marriage has fa...
Who directed Educating Rita?
Educating Rita was directed by Lewis Gilbert.
How long is Educating Rita?
Educating Rita has a runtime of 1 hours and 46 minutes (106 minutes total).
When was Educating Rita released?
Educating Rita was released on June 16, 1983 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Educating Rita?
The main cast of Educating Rita includes Michael Caine, Julie Walters, Michael Williams, Maureen Lipman, Jeananne Crowley.
Is Educating Rita worth watching?
Educating Rita has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 199 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.