The Bostonians
1984, English. Directed by James Ivory.
An intimate and exquisite probe of the feminist heart.
A bored lawyer and a suffragette vie for the attention of a faith healer's charismatic daughter.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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The Bostonians is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Cohen Media in India.
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Cast & crew
- James IvoryDirector
- Christopher ReeveBasil Ransome
- Vanessa RedgraveOlive Chancellor
- Jessica TandyMiss Birdseye
- Madeleine PotterVerena Tarrant
- Nancy MarchandMrs. Burrage
- Wesley AddyDr. Tarrant
- Barbara BryneMrs. Tarrant
- Linda HuntDr. Prance
- Charles McCaughanMusic Hall Policeman
- Nancy NewAdeline
- Jon Van NessHenry Burrage
- Wallace ShawnMr. Pardon
Details
- Released
- 1 May 1984
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ruth Prawer Jhabvala
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What The Bostonians is based on
The Bostonians is based on The Bostonians (1886) by Henry James.
1886
The Bostonians
By Henry James
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The Bostonians: quick answers
Is The Bostonians worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 51 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Bostonians?
The Bostonians runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does The Bostonians have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Bostonians. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Bostonians parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Bostonians yet.
Which OTT platform is The Bostonians on?
The Bostonians is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Cohen Media in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Bostonians?
If you liked The Bostonians, try Blind, Two for the Seesaw, Time Is Up.
Who directed The Bostonians?
The Bostonians (1984) was directed by James Ivory and stars Christopher Reeve, Vanessa Redgrave, Jessica Tandy.
What is The Bostonians based on?
The Bostonians is based on The Bostonians (1886) by Henry James.