The Lady in the Van
2015, English. Directed by Nicholas Hytner.
A mostly true story
The true story of the relationship between Alan Bennett and the singular Miss Shepherd, a woman of uncertain origins who ‘temporarily’ parked her van in Bennett’s London driveway and proceeded to live there for 15 years.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 826 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Lady in the Van
The Lady in the Van is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Nicholas HytnerDirector
- Maggie SmithMiss Shepherd
- Alex JenningsAlan Bennett
- Frances de la TourUrsula Vaughan Williams
- Gwen TaylorMam
- Dominic CooperTheatre Actor
- James CordenStreet Trader
- Roger AllamRufus
- Samuel AndersonJehovah's Witness
- Dermot CrowleyPriest
- Jim BroadbentUnderwood
- Stephen Campbell MooreDoctor
- Eleanor MatsuuraAmerican Journalist
Details
- Released
- 30 October 2015
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Alan Bennett
- Budget
- $6M
- Box office
- $41M
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News & fan talk
What The Lady in the Van is based on
The Lady in the Van is based on The Lady in the Van, a novel by Alan Bennett.
Novel
The Lady in the Van
By Alan Bennett
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The Lady in the Van: quick answers
Is The Lady in the Van worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 826 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Lady in the Van?
The Lady in the Van runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does The Lady in the Van have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Lady in the Van. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Lady in the Van parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Lady in the Van is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Lady in the Van on?
The Lady in the Van is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Lady in the Van?
If you liked The Lady in the Van, try The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, My Old Lady, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.
Who directed The Lady in the Van?
The Lady in the Van (2015) was directed by Nicholas Hytner and stars Maggie Smith, Alex Jennings, Frances de la Tour.
What is The Lady in the Van based on?
The Lady in the Van is based on The Lady in the Van, a novel by Alan Bennett.