The Loved One
1965, English. Directed by Tony Richardson.
The motion picture with something to offend everyone!
The suicide of his expatriate uncle draws Englishman and poet Dennis Barlow into California's booming funeral industry.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Loved One
The Loved One isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Tony RichardsonDirector
- Robert MorseDennis Barlow
- Jonathan WintersWilbur Glenworthy / Harry Glenworthy
- Anjanette ComerAimee Thanatogenos
- Rod SteigerMr. Joyboy
- Dana AndrewsGen. Buck Brinkman
- Milton BerleMr. Kenton
- James CoburnImmigration Officer
- John GielgudSir Francis Hinsley
- Tab HunterWhispering Glades Tour Guide
- Margaret LeightonMrs. Helen Kenton
- LiberaceM. Starker, Whispering Glades Funeral Salesman
- Roddy McDowallD.J. Jr.
Details
- Released
- 11 October 1965
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Terry Southern, Christopher Isherwood
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News & fan talk
What The Loved One is based on
The Loved One is based on The Loved One, a 1948 novel by Evelyn Waugh.
Novel · 1948
The Loved One
By Evelyn Waugh
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The Loved One: quick answers
Is The Loved One worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Loved One?
The Loved One runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does The Loved One have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Loved One. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Loved One parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Loved One is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Loved One on?
The Loved One isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Loved One?
If you liked The Loved One, try What a Way to Go!, The Wrong Box, The Firemen's Ball.
Who directed The Loved One?
The Loved One (1965) was directed by Tony Richardson and stars Robert Morse, Jonathan Winters, Anjanette Comer.
What is The Loved One based on?
The Loved One is based on The Loved One, a 1948 novel by Evelyn Waugh.