The Girl movie poster

The Girl

February 16, 1996 2h 36m 6.8/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 1996. The Girl is a drama film. directed by David Wheatley. With a runtime of 2h 36m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Siobhan Flynn, Jonathan Cake, and Mark Benton

Synopsis

Adaptation of Catherine Cookson's novel. In mid-19th century Yorkshire, Hannah Boyle is left with the family of Matthew Thornton, the man her dying mother claims fathered her. Ill-treated by Thornton's bitter and vindictive wife Anne, who views Hannah only as evidence of her husband's infidelity, she is married off to the village butcher, whose waspish mother torments her further. But through her patience, intelligence and strength, she wins her freedom and the man she loves.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 16, 1996 29 years ago
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Runtime 2h 36m 156 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (6 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Festival Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Girl about?

Adaptation of Catherine Cookson's novel. In mid-19th century Yorkshire, Hannah Boyle is left with the family of Matthew Thornton, the man her dying mother claims fathered her. Ill-treated by Thornt...

Who directed The Girl?

The Girl was directed by David Wheatley.

How long is The Girl?

The Girl has a runtime of 2 hours and 36 minutes (156 minutes total).

When was The Girl released?

The Girl was released on February 16, 1996 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Girl?

The main cast of The Girl includes Siobhan Flynn, Jonathan Cake, Mark Benton, Susan Jameson, Jill Baker.