Mona Lisa Smile
2003, English. Directed by Mike Newell.
They had everything. She showed them more.
Katherine Watson is a recent UCLA graduate hired to teach art history at the prestigious all-female Wellesley College, in 1953. Determined to confront the outdated mores of society and the institution that embraces them, Katherine inspires her traditional students, including Betty and Joan, to challenge the lives they are expected to lead.
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 1,957 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Mona Lisa Smile
Mona Lisa Smile isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Mike NewellDirector
- Julia RobertsKatherine Ann Watson
- Kirsten DunstBetty Warren
- Julia StilesJoan Brandwyn
- Maggie GyllenhaalGiselle Levy
- Ginnifer GoodwinConnie Baker
- Dominic WestBill Dunbar
- Juliet StevensonAmanda Armstrong
- Marcia Gay HardenNancy Abbey
- John SlatteryPaul Moore
- Marian SeldesJocelyn Carr
- Donna MitchellMrs. Warren
- Terence RigbyEdward Staunton
Details
- Released
- 19 December 2003
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Lawrence Konner, Mark Rosenthal
- Budget
- $72M
- Box office
- $141M
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Mona Lisa Smile: quick answers
Is Mona Lisa Smile worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 1,957 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Mona Lisa Smile?
Mona Lisa Smile runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
Does Mona Lisa Smile have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Mona Lisa Smile. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Mona Lisa Smile parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Mona Lisa Smile is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Mona Lisa Smile on?
Mona Lisa Smile isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Mona Lisa Smile?
If you liked Mona Lisa Smile, try On the Basis of Sex, Shout, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.
Who directed Mona Lisa Smile?
Mona Lisa Smile (2003) was directed by Mike Newell and stars Julia Roberts, Kirsten Dunst, Julia Stiles.