Stage Beauty
2004, English. Directed by Richard Eyre.
She was the first of her kind. He was the last of his.
Humble Maria, who outfits top London theater star Ned Kynaston, takes none of the credit for the male actor's success at playing women. And because this is the 17th century, Maria, like other females, is prohibited from pursuing her dream of acting. But when powerful people support her, King Charles II lifts the ban on female stage performers. And just as Maria aided Ned, she needs his help to learn her new profession.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 148 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Stage Beauty
Stage Beauty isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Richard EyreDirector
- Claire DanesMaria
- Billy CrudupNed Kynaston
- Derek HutchinsonStage Manager
- Mark LetherenMale Emelia/Dickie
- Tom WilkinsonBetterton
- Ben ChaplinGeorge Villiars, Duke of Buckingham
- Hugh BonnevilleSamuel Pepys
- Fenella WoolgarLady Meresvale
- Richard GriffithsSir Charles Sedley
- Clare HigginsMistress Revels
- Rupert EverettKing Charles II
- Tom HollanderSir Peter Lely
Details
- Released
- 3 September 2004
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America, Germany
- Written by
- Jeffrey Hatcher
- Box office
- $777K
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What Stage Beauty is based on
Stage Beauty is adapted from a play or musical.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Stage Beauty: quick answers
Is Stage Beauty worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 148 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Stage Beauty?
Stage Beauty runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does Stage Beauty have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Stage Beauty. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Stage Beauty parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Stage Beauty is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Stage Beauty on?
Stage Beauty isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Stage Beauty?
If you liked Stage Beauty, try Players, The 4:30 Movie, My Sassy Girl.
Who directed Stage Beauty?
Stage Beauty (2004) was directed by Richard Eyre and stars Claire Danes, Billy Crudup, Derek Hutchinson.
What is Stage Beauty based on?
Stage Beauty is adapted from a play or musical.