A Handful of Dust
1988, English. Directed by Charles Sturridge.
It's a long fall from high society
English aristocrat Tony Last welcomes tragedy into his life when he invites John Beaver to visit his vast estate. There Beaver makes the acquaintance of Tony's wife, Brenda. Together, they continue their relationship in a series of bedroom assignations in London. Trusting to a fault, Tony is unaware that anything is amiss until his wife suddenly asks for a divorce. With his life in turmoil, Tony goes on a haphazard journey to South America.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Charles SturridgeDirector
- James WilbyTony Last
- Kristin Scott ThomasBrenda Last
- Rupert GravesJohn Beaver
- Pip TorrensJock Grant-Menzies
- Judi DenchMrs. Beaver
- Alec GuinnessMr. Todd
- Beatie EdneyMarjorie
- Christopher GodwinDr. Messinger
- Jackson KyleJohn Andrew
- Anjelica HustonMrs. Rattery
- Jeanne WattsNanny
- Norman LumsdenAmbrose
Details
- Released
- 24 June 1988
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Charles Sturridge, Tim Sullivan, Derek Granger
- Box office
- $1.6M
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What A Handful of Dust is based on
A Handful of Dust is based on A Handful of Dust, a 1934 novel by Evelyn Waugh, published by Chapman and Hall.
Novel · 1934
A Handful of Dust
By Evelyn Waugh
Published by Chapman and Hall
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A Handful of Dust: quick answers
Is A Handful of Dust worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Handful of Dust?
A Handful of Dust runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does A Handful of Dust have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Handful of Dust. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Handful of Dust parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Handful of Dust is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is A Handful of Dust on?
A Handful of Dust isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Handful of Dust?
If you liked A Handful of Dust, try Labor Day, The Bridges of Madison County, Tess.
Who directed A Handful of Dust?
A Handful of Dust (1988) was directed by Charles Sturridge and stars James Wilby, Kristin Scott Thomas, Rupert Graves.
What is A Handful of Dust based on?
A Handful of Dust is based on A Handful of Dust, a 1934 novel by Evelyn Waugh, published by Chapman and Hall.