Scandal (1989) movie poster

Scandal (1989)

"The story that seduced the world is now the most controversial film of the year."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 91% (RT: 91%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaHistoryRomance

Where to Watch

No streaming options currently available in the US.
Runtime
1h 55m
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.0/10 (99 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
91%
Cast
John Hurt as Stephen Ward
Joanne Whalley as Christine Keeler
Bridget Fonda as Mandy Rice-Davies
Ian McKellen as John Profumo
Leslie Phillips as Lord Astor
Britt Ekland as Mariella Novotny
Daniel Massey as Mervyn Griffith-Jones
Roland Gift as Johnnie Edgecombe
Overview
An English bon-vivant osteopath is enchanted with a young exotic dancer and invites her to live with him. He serves as friend and mentor, and through his contacts and parties she and her friend meet and date members of the Conservative Party. Eventually a scandal occurs when her affair with the Minister of War goes public, threatening their lifestyles and their freedom. Wikipedia β†—
Audience Consensus

Scandal is a 1989 drama, history, romance film directed by Michael Caton-Jones. An English bon-vivant osteopath is enchanted with a young exotic dancer and invites her to live with him. He serves as friend and mentor, and through his contacts and parties she and her friend meet and date members of the Conservative Party.

Eventually a scandal occurs when her affair with the Minister of War goes public, threatening their lifestyles and their freedom. The film has been rated by 99 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Scandal delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Scandal (1989) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

Movies You Might Like
← Browse All Movies | Free Movies | Best Movies | New Releases
💬 Feedback