The Way of the World
1975, English. Directed by Peter Duguid.
In order for Millamant and Mirabell to get married and receive Millamant's full dowry, Mirabell must receive the blessing of Millamant's aunt, Lady Wishfort. Unfortunately, she is a very bitter lady, who despises Mirabell and wants her own nephew, Sir Wilfull, to wed Millamant.
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- 2h 0m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- English
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- Released
- 5 March 1975
- Written by
- William Congreve
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The Way of the World runs 120 minutes (2h 0m).
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The Way of the World isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 5 March 1975. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Way of the World?
If you liked The Way of the World, try You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger, A California Christmas, Madame.
Who directed The Way of the World?
The Way of the World (1975) was directed by Peter Duguid and stars Sheila Allen, Michael Billington, Michael Brodie.