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Persuasion

Persuasion

A love lost, but never forgotten in this new BBC dramatization

Anne Elliot, the daughter of a financially troubled aristocratic family, is persuaded to break her engagement to Frederick Wentworth, a young sea captain of meager means. Years later, money troubles force Anne's father to rent out the family estate to Admiral Croft, and Anne is again thrown into company with Frederick -- who is now rich, successful, and perhaps still in love with Anne.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Persuasion
  • Genres: Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1995-05-01
  • Runtime: 107 minutes
  • Rating: 7.11/10 (132 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: BBC Film, Millésime Productions, GBH, France 2
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.7325
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Amanda Root

Amanda Root

as Anne Elliott

Ciarán Hinds

Ciarán Hinds

as Captain Frederick Wentworth

Susan Fleetwood

Susan Fleetwood

as Lady Russell

Fiona Shaw

Fiona Shaw

as Mrs. Croft

John Woodvine

John Woodvine

as Admiral Croft

Phoebe Nicholls

Phoebe Nicholls

as Elizabeth Elliot

Samuel West

Samuel West

as Mr. Elliot

Sophie Thompson

Sophie Thompson

as Mary Musgrave

Judy Cornwell

Judy Cornwell

as Mrs. Musgrove

Simon Russell Beale

Simon Russell Beale

as Charles Musgrove

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Persuasion (1995) - Masterpiece Theatre Promo

External Links

Keywords

captainbased on novel or booknapoleonic warsold flameadmiral

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Persuasion?

Persuasion is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1995-05-01.

Who are the main actors in Persuasion?

The main cast includes Amanda Root, Ciarán Hinds, Susan Fleetwood, Fiona Shaw, John Woodvine, .

Where can I watch Persuasion online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Persuasion is available.

Is Persuasion based on a true story?

A love lost, but never forgotten in this new BBC dramatization

What is the IMDb rating of Persuasion?

Persuasion has an IMDb rating of 7.11/10 based on 132 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Persuasion?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Persuasion?

The soundtrack was composed by BBC Film, Millésime Productions, GBH, France 2. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Persuasion filmed?

Persuasion was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Persuasion?

The total runtime of Persuasion is 107 minutes.

Is Persuasion suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Persuasion?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Persuasion.

Does Persuasion have a post-credit scene?

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