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A Room with a View

1986, English. Directed by James Ivory.

An Edwardian Romance

When Lucy Honeychurch and chaperon Charlotte Bartlett find themselves in Florence with rooms without views, fellow guests Mr Emerson and son George step in to remedy the situation. Meeting the Emersons could change Lucy's life forever but, once back in England, how will her experiences in Tuscany affect her marriage plans?

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Runtime
1h 57m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
NR

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Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.9/10 from 869 TMDB viewer ratings.

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A Room with a View is streaming on HBO Max, Britbox, and Shout! Factory in India.

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Released
7 March 1986
Country
United Kingdom
Written by
Ruth Prawer Jhabvala
Budget
$3M
Box office
$21M
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What A Room with a View is based on

A Room with a View is based on A Room with a View, a 1908 novel by E. M. Forster.

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A Room with a View: quick answers

Is A Room with a View worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 869 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is A Room with a View?

A Room with a View runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).

Does A Room with a View have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for A Room with a View. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

A Room with a View parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

A Room with a View is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is A Room with a View on?

A Room with a View is streaming on HBO Max, Britbox, and Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

What movies are like A Room with a View?

If you liked A Room with a View, try Pride & Prejudice, The Go-Between, Far from the Madding Crowd.

Who directed A Room with a View?

A Room with a View (1986) was directed by James Ivory and stars Helena Bonham Carter, Julian Sands, Maggie Smith.

What is A Room with a View based on?

A Room with a View is based on A Room with a View, a 1908 novel by E. M. Forster.

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