The Shell Seekers
1989, English. Directed by Waris Hussein.
A story of lost dreams... and second chances.
After a mild heart attack at 63, Penelope Keeling is not ready to be an invalid yet...despite her children's attempts to take control of her life. She's given them everything she could over the years, but now they want Penelope to sell her most prized possession. Torn between the selfish demands of her children and her desire to hold onto cherished mementos of the past, Penelope must learn what is really important to her. She returns to the seashore, the only place she was ever truly free, in an unforgettable odyssey that will take her back to her home, her heart and another chance for happiness.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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The Shell Seekers is streaming on fuboTV, Philo, and Hallmark+ in India.
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Details
- Released
- 3 December 1989
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Pielmeier
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What The Shell Seekers is based on
The Shell Seekers is based on The Shell Seekers, a 1987 novel by Rosamunde Pilcher.
Novel · 1987
The Shell Seekers
By Rosamunde Pilcher
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The Shell Seekers: quick answers
Is The Shell Seekers worth watching?
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How long is The Shell Seekers?
The Shell Seekers runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The Shell Seekers have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Shell Seekers. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Shell Seekers parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Shell Seekers is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Shell Seekers on?
The Shell Seekers is streaming on fuboTV, Philo, and Hallmark+ in India. (Checked 5 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Shell Seekers?
If you liked The Shell Seekers, try Cheaters, TalhotBlond, The Count of Monte-Cristo.
Who directed The Shell Seekers?
The Shell Seekers (1989) was directed by Waris Hussein and stars Angela Lansbury, Sophie Ward, Mark Lewis Jones.
What is The Shell Seekers based on?
The Shell Seekers is based on The Shell Seekers, a 1987 novel by Rosamunde Pilcher.