Persuasion
1995, English. Directed by Roger Michell.
A love lost, but never forgotten
In early 19th-century England, dire financial straits reacquaint the aristocratic Anne Elliot with her wealthy ex-fiance Frederick Wentworth. The two must choose between either putting the past behind them or listening to their hearts.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Persuasion is streaming on Britbox and Howdy in India.
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Cast & crew
- Roger MichellDirector
- Amanda RootAnne Elliott
- Ciarán HindsCaptain Frederick Wentworth
- Susan FleetwoodLady Russell
- Corin RedgraveSir Walter Elliot
- Fiona ShawMrs. Croft
- John WoodvineAdmiral Croft
- Phoebe NichollsElizabeth Elliot
- Samuel WestMr. Elliot
- Sophie ThompsonMary Musgrove
- Simon Russell BealeCharles Musgrove
- Felicity DeanMrs. Clay
- Judy CornwellMrs. Musgrove
Details
- Released
- 1 May 1995
- Country
- France, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Nick Dear
- Budget
- $1.5M
- Box office
- $5.3M
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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 156 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Persuasion?
Persuasion runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
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?
Persuasion is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Persuasion on?
Persuasion is streaming on Britbox and Howdy in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Persuasion?
If you liked Persuasion, try The Wings of the Dove, Far from the Madding Crowd, Persuasion.
Who directed Persuasion?
Persuasion (1995) was directed by Roger Michell and stars Amanda Root, Ciarán Hinds, Susan Fleetwood.
What is Persuasion based on?
Persuasion is based on Persuasion, an 1817 novel by Jane Austen, published by John Murray.