

Persuasion
2007, English. Directed by Adrian Shergold.
Anne Elliot was once in love with Frederick Wentworth, a commander in the Royal Navy who was rejected by her snobby parents eight years ago. When the family hits hard times and are forced to rent out their mansion to his brother-in-law, Frederick returns as a captain - but will he remember Anne?
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Persuasion is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and Britbox in India.
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Cast & crew
- Adrian ShergoldDirector
- Sally HawkinsAnne Elliot
- Rupert Penry-JonesCaptain Wentworth
- Alice KrigeLady Russell
- Tobias MenziesWilliam Elliot
- Anthony Stewart HeadSir Walter Elliot
- Julia DavisElizabeth Elliot
- Michael Fenton StevensMr. Shepherd
- Mary StockleyMrs. Clay
- Peter WightAdmiral Croft
- Marion BaileyMrs. Croft
- Amanda HaleMary Musgrove
- Jennifer HighamLouisa Musgrove
Details
- Released
- 1 April 2007
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Simon Burke
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What Persuasion is based on
Persuasion is based on Persuasion, an 1817 novel by Jane Austen, published by John Murray.
Novel · 1817
Persuasion
By Jane Austen
Published by John Murray
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Persuasion: quick answers
Is Persuasion worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 289 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Persuasion?
Persuasion runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Persuasion have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Persuasion. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Persuasion parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Persuasion yet.
Which OTT platform is Persuasion on?
Persuasion is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and Britbox in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Persuasion?
If you liked Persuasion, try The Magic of Ordinary Days, Home for Christmas Day, Persuasion.
Who directed Persuasion?
Persuasion (2007) was directed by Adrian Shergold and stars Sally Hawkins, Rupert Penry-Jones, Alice Krige.
What is Persuasion based on?
Persuasion is based on Persuasion, an 1817 novel by Jane Austen, published by John Murray.