The Happy Prince (2018) movie poster

The Happy Prince (2018)

ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 57%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 68% (RT: 72%, MC: 64) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

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Director
Runtime
1h 41m
Country
Italy, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.2/10 (186 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
72%
Metacritic
64
Cast
Rupert Everett as Oscar Wilde
Colin Firth as Reggie Turner
Emily Watson as Constance Wilde
Colin Morgan as Alfred 'Bosie' Douglas
Edwin Thomas as Robbie Ross
Franca Abategiovanni as Felice's Mother
Alister Cameron as Mr. Howard
Anna Chancellor as Mrs. Arbuthnott
It's divisive. Only 57% of audiences liked it based on 186 votes. Critics gave it 68%.
Overview
In 1895, Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was the most famous writer in London, and Bosie Douglas, son of the notorious Marquess of Queensberry, was his lover. Accused and convicted of gross indecency, he was imprisoned for two years and subjected to hard labor. Once free, he abandons England to live in France, where he will spend his last years, haunted by memories of the past, poverty and immense sadness. Wikipedia โ†—
Audience Consensus

The Happy Prince is a 2018 drama film directed by Rupert Everett. In 1895, Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) was the most famous writer in London, and Bosie Douglas, son of the notorious Marquess of Queensberry, was his lover. Accused and convicted of gross indecency, he was imprisoned for two years and subjected to hard labor.

Once free, he abandons England to live in France, where he will spend his last years, haunted by memories of the past, poverty and immense sadness. The film has been rated by 186 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, The Happy Prince 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 Happy Prince (2018) 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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