The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister
2010, English. Directed by James Kent.
A lesbian in the 1800s who keeps a detailed account of her life written in coded diaries attempts to live independently while juggling an affair with a married woman.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 64 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- James KentDirector
- Maxine PeakeAnne Lister
- Anna MadeleyMariana Belcombe
- Susan LynchIsabella Norcliffe
- Christine BottomleyAnn Walker
- Gemma JonesAunt Lister
- Alan DavidUncle Lister
- Richenda CareyMrs Priestley
- Michael CulkinCharles Lawton
- Tina O'BrienMiss Browne
- Dean Lennox KellyChristopher Rawson
- Tessa Peake-JonesMrs Rawson
- Belinda LazenbyMrs Browne
Details
- Released
- 1 March 2010
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Jane English
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What The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister is based on
The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister is based on a true story.
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The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister: quick answers
Is The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 64 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister?
The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister on?
The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister?
If you liked The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister, try Christopher and His Kind, Karen Kingsbury's Maggie's Christmas Miracle, Christmas Around the Corner.
Who directed The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister?
The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister (2010) was directed by James Kent and stars Maxine Peake, Anna Madeley, Susan Lynch.
What is The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister based on?
The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister is based on a true story.