The Anniversary
1968, English. Directed by Roy Ward Baker.
The legendary actress as the most merciless mother of them all
Mrs Taggart always celebrates her anniversary with her grown sons. It’s a tradition practised since the death of her husband and she is determined for it to continue. None of her three sons have dared to cross their ruthless domineering mother but this anniversary they intend to try. With cruel and brutal twists, the family get-together becomes a social nightmare beyond endurance.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 45 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Anniversary isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 7 February 1968.
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Cast & crew
- Roy Ward BakerDirector
- Bette DavisMrs. Taggart
- Sheila HancockKaren Taggart
- Jack HedleyTerry Taggart
- James CossinsHenry Taggart
- Christian RobertsTom Taggart
- Elaine TaylorShirley Blair
- Timothy BatesonMr. Bird
- Sally-Jane SpencerFlorist
- Arnold DiamondHeadwaiter
- Albert ShepherdConstruction Worker
- Ralph WatsonConstruction Worker
Details
- Released
- 7 February 1968
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Jimmy Sangster
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The Anniversary: quick answers
Is The Anniversary worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 45 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Anniversary?
The Anniversary runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does The Anniversary have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Anniversary. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Anniversary parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Anniversary yet.
Which OTT platform is The Anniversary on?
The Anniversary isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 7 February 1968. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Anniversary?
If you liked The Anniversary, try Much Ado About Nothing, Fun with Dick and Jane, The Trouble with Angels.
Who directed The Anniversary?
The Anniversary (1968) was directed by Roy Ward Baker and stars Bette Davis, Sheila Hancock, Jack Hedley.