Peterloo
2018, English. Directed by Mike Leigh.
An epic portrayal of the events surrounding the infamous 1819 Peterloo Massacre, where a peaceful pro-democracy rally at St Peter’s Field in Manchester turned into one of the bloodiest and most notorious episodes in British history. The massacre saw British government forces charge into a crowd of over 60,000 that had gathered to demand political reforms and protest against rising levels of poverty.
- Runtime
- 2h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 163 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Mike LeighDirector
- Rory KinnearHenry Hunt
- Maxine PeakeNellie
- Pearce QuigleyJoshua
- David MoorstJoseph
- Rachel FinneganMary
- Tom MeredithRobert
- Simona BitmateEsther
- Robert WilfortLord Liverpool, the Prime Minister
- Karl JohnsonLord Sidmouth, the Home Secretary
- Sam TroughtonMr Hobhouse
- Roger SlomanMr Grout
- Kenneth HadleyMr Golightly
Details
- Released
- 1 November 2018
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Mike Leigh
- Budget
- $18M
- Box office
- $2.2M
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Peterloo: quick answers
Is Peterloo worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 163 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Peterloo?
Peterloo runs 155 minutes (2h 35m).
Does Peterloo have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Peterloo. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Peterloo suitable for kids?
Peterloo is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Where can I watch Peterloo?
Peterloo is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
What movies are like Peterloo?
If you liked Peterloo, try Henry V, Victoria & Abdul, Young Washington.
Who directed Peterloo?
Peterloo (2018) was directed by Mike Leigh and stars Rory Kinnear, Maxine Peake, Pearce Quigley.