The Duchess (2008) movie poster

The Duchess (2008)

"Based on the incredible true story."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 62% (RT: 62%, MC: 62) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaHistoryRomance

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Director
Saul Dibb
Runtime
1h 50m
Country
Italy, United Kingdom, France
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (1,789 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
62%
Metacritic
62
Cast
Keira Knightley as Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire
Ralph Fiennes as Duke of Devonshire
Charlotte Rampling as Lady Spencer
Dominic Cooper as Charles Grey
Hayley Atwell as Bess Foster
Simon McBurney as Charles Fox
Aidan McArdle as Richard Brinsley Sheridan
John Shrapnel as General Grey
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,789 votes. Critics gave it 62%.
Overview
A chronicle of the life of 18th century aristocrat Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, who was reviled for her extravagant political and personal life. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 2008 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for The Duchess was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • During production of The Duchess, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Duchess is a 2008 drama, history, romance film directed by Saul Dibb. A chronicle of the life of 18th century aristocrat Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, who was reviled for her extravagant political and personal life. The film has been rated by 1,789 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, The Duchess 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. The Duchess (2008) 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.

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