The Dresser
2015, English. Directed by Richard Eyre.
One fateful night in a small English regional theatre during World War II a troupe of touring actors stage a production of Shakespeares King Lear. Bombs are falling, sirens are wailing, the curtain is up in an hour but the actor/manager Sir who is playing Lear is nowhere to be seen. His dresser Norman must scramble to keep the production alive but will Sir turn up in time and if he does will he be able to perform that night? The Dresser is a wickedly funny and deeply moving story of friendship and loyalty as Sir reflects on his lifelong accomplishments and seeks to reconcile his turbulent friendships with those in his employ before the final curtain.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 92 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Dresser
The Dresser is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India.
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Details
- Released
- 31 October 2015
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Ronald Harwood
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What The Dresser is based on
The Dresser is based on The Dresser by Ronald Harwood.
The Dresser
By Ronald Harwood
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The Dresser: quick answers
Is The Dresser worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 92 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Dresser?
The Dresser runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Does The Dresser have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Dresser. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Dresser parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Dresser is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Dresser on?
The Dresser is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Dresser?
If you liked The Dresser, try From Straight A's to XXX, Baywatch: Hawaiian Wedding, Iron Jawed Angels.
Who directed The Dresser?
The Dresser (2015) was directed by Richard Eyre and stars Ian McKellen, Anthony Hopkins, Emily Watson.
What is The Dresser based on?
The Dresser is based on The Dresser by Ronald Harwood.