Persuasion
"A love lost, but never forgotten in this new BBC dramatization"
Originally released in 1995. Persuasion is a drama/romance film. directed by Roger Michell.
Starring Amanda Root, Ciarán Hinds, and Susan Fleetwood
Synopsis
Living with her snobby family on the brink of bankruptcy, Anne Elliot is an unconforming woman with modern sensibilities. When Frederick Wentworth – the dashing one she once sent away – crashes back into her life, Anne must choose between putting the past behind her or listening to her heart when it comes to second chances.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 1995
30 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (138 votes)
Budget
$1.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$5.3M
3.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
France
+ 2 more
Director
Top Cast
Amanda Root
as Anne Elliott
Ciarán Hinds
as Captain Frederick Wentworth
Susan Fleetwood
as Lady Russell
Corin Redgrave
as Sir Walter Elliot
Fiona Shaw
as Mrs. Croft
John Woodvine
as Admiral Croft
Phoebe Nicholls
as Elizabeth Elliot
Samuel West
as Mr. Elliot
Sophie Thompson
as Mary Musgrove
Simon Russell Beale
as Charles Musgrove
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,500,000
- Revenue
- $5,269,757
Production Companies
- BBC Film
- Millésime Productions
- GBH
- France 2
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Persuasion about?
Living with her snobby family on the brink of bankruptcy, Anne Elliot is an unconforming woman with modern sensibilities. When Frederick Wentworth – the dashing one she once sent away – crashes...
Who directed Persuasion?
Persuasion was directed by Roger Michell.
How long is Persuasion?
Persuasion has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was Persuasion released?
Persuasion was released on May 1, 1995 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Persuasion?
The main cast of Persuasion includes Amanda Root, Ciarán Hinds, Susan Fleetwood, Corin Redgrave, Fiona Shaw.
Is Persuasion worth watching?
Persuasion has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 138 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.