The Chalk Garden
1964, English. Directed by Ronald Neame.
A girl on the verge of womanhood... a woman on the edge of loneliness... both suspicious of affection, yet starved for love.
The peculiar antics of Laurel, an emotionally troubled young girl, are the focus of The Chalk Garden – a stately household drama set on the cliffs of the English south coast. Edith Evans plays a matriarchal grandmother who, in raising her granddaughter, has neglected her other love – a barren chalk garden. Mayhem ensues as Laurel's behavior frightens away a succession of governesses until an enigmatic one is hired in spite of her mysterious references. She skillfully sets about tending to the girl's reckless emotions and the pitifully failed garden.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Details
- Released
- 2 April 1964
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Enid Bagnold, John Michael Hayes
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The Chalk Garden: quick answers
Is The Chalk Garden worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 54 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Chalk Garden?
The Chalk Garden runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does The Chalk Garden have a post-credits scene?
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The Chalk Garden parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Chalk Garden yet.
Which OTT platform is The Chalk Garden on?
The Chalk Garden isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Chalk Garden?
If you liked The Chalk Garden, try The Thirteenth Tale, Flowers in the Attic, Brand Upon the Brain!.
Who directed The Chalk Garden?
The Chalk Garden (1964) was directed by Ronald Neame and stars Deborah Kerr, Hayley Mills, John Mills.