The Dresser (2015)
The Dresser is a 2015 drama movie directed by Richard Eyre, with a running time of 1h 49m. It stars Ian McKellen, Anthony Hopkins and Emily Watson.
One fateful night in a small English regional theatre during World War II a troupe of touring actors stage a production of Shakespeares King Lear. Bombs are falling, sirens are wailing, the curtain is up in an hour but the actor/manager Sir who is playing Lear is nowhere to be seen. His dresser Norman must scramble to keep the production alive but will Sir turn up in time and if he does will he be able to perform that night? The Dresser is a wickedly funny and deeply moving story of friendship and loyalty as Sir reflects on his lifelong accomplishments and seeks to reconcile his turbulent friendships with those in his employ before the final curtain.
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What is The Dresser about?
One fateful night in a small English regional theatre during World War II a troupe of touring actors stage a production of Shakespeares King Lear. Bombs are falling, sirens are wailing, the curtain is up in an hour but the actor/manager Sir who is playing Lear is nowhere to be seen. His dresser Norman must scramble to keep the production alive but will Sir turn up in time and if he does will he be able to perform that night? The Dresser is a wickedly funny and deeply moving story of friendship and loyalty as Sir reflects on his lifelong accomplishments and seeks to reconcile his turbulent friendships with those in his employ before the final curtain.
When was The Dresser released?
The Dresser was released on 31 October 2015.
How long is The Dresser?
The Dresser runs 1h 49m.
Who made The Dresser?
The Dresser was directed by Richard Eyre.
Where can I watch The Dresser?
The Dresser is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Starz Apple TV Channel, Plex, YouTube Free and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch The Dresser
Stream: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Starz Apple TV Channel
Watch free with ads: Plex, YouTube Free