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The Dresser

The Dresser

What happens backstage is always true drama. And often pure comedy.

In a touring Shakespearean theater group, a backstage hand - the dresser, is devoted to the brilliant but tyrannical head of the company. He struggles to support the deteriorating star as the company struggles to carry on during the London blitz. The pathos of his backstage efforts rival the pathos in the story of Lear and the Fool that is being presented on-stage, as the situation comes to a crisis.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Dresser
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1983-12-06
  • Runtime: 118 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (71 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Columbia Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.8065
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Albert Finney

Albert Finney

as Sir

Tom Courtenay

Tom Courtenay

as Norman

Edward Fox

Edward Fox

as Oxenby

Zena Walker

Zena Walker

as Her Ladyship

Eileen Atkins

Eileen Atkins

as Madge

Michael Gough

Michael Gough

as Frank Carrington

Cathryn Harrison

Cathryn Harrison

as Irene

Betty Marsden

Betty Marsden

as Violet Manning

Sheila Reid

Sheila Reid

as Lydia Gibson

Lockwood West

Lockwood West

as Geoffrey Thornton

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Dresser?

The Dresser is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1983-12-06.

Who are the main actors in The Dresser?

The main cast includes Albert Finney, Tom Courtenay, Edward Fox, Zena Walker, Eileen Atkins, .

Where can I watch The Dresser online?

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

Is The Dresser based on a true story?

What happens backstage is always true drama. And often pure comedy.

What is the IMDb rating of The Dresser?

The Dresser has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 71 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Dresser?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Dresser?

The soundtrack was composed by Columbia Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Dresser filmed?

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

How long is The Dresser?

The total runtime of The Dresser is 118 minutes.

Is The Dresser suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Dresser?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Dresser.

Does The Dresser have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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