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The Dresser

The Dresser

The Dresser
1983 1h 58m6.8

The Dresser

“What happens backstage is always true drama. And often pure comedy.”

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In a touring Shakespearean theater group, a backstage hand - the dresser - is devoted to the brilliant but tyrannical head of the company. He struggles to support the deteriorating star as the company struggles to carry on during the London Blitz. The pathos of his backstage efforts rival the pathos in the story of Lear and the Fool that is being presented on-stage, as the situation comes to a crisis.

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DirectorPeter Yates
ScreenplayRonald Harwood
StatusReleased
ReleasedDecember 6, 1983
CountryUnited Kingdom
Languageen
Runtime1h 58m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 6.8 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.5 / 10
Votes78
GenresDrama
StudioColumbia Pictures
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Cast

Albert Finney

Albert Finney

Sir

Tom Courtenay

Tom Courtenay

Norman

Edward Fox

Edward Fox

Oxenby

Zena Walker

Zena Walker

Her Ladyship

Eileen Atkins

Eileen Atkins

Madge

Michael Gough

Michael Gough

Frank Carrington

Cathryn Harrison

Cathryn Harrison

Irene

Betty Marsden

Betty Marsden

Violet Manning

Sheila Reid

Sheila Reid

Lydia Gibson

Lockwood West

Lockwood West

Geoffrey Thornton

Donald Eccles

Donald Eccles

Mr. Godstone

Llewellyn Rees

Llewellyn Rees

Horace Brown

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Guy Manning

Benton

🎭

Anne Blackman

Beryl

Kevin Stoney

Kevin Stoney

C. Rivers Lane

🎭

Ann Way

Miss White

🎭

John Sharp

Mr. Bottomley

Kathy Staff

Kathy Staff

Bombazine Woman

Roger Avon

Roger Avon

Charles

🎭

Christopher Irvin

Evelyn the Airman

🎭

Stuart Richman

Evelyn's Friend

🎭

Sandra Gough

Actress on Station

🎭

Joe Belcher

Arthur

🎭

Johnny Maxfield

Electrician

🎭

Paul Luty

Stallkeeper

🎭

Lori Wells

Barmaid

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Alan Starkey

Train Guard

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Ralph G. Morse

Man at Station (uncredited)

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Dresser

Where can I watch The Dresser?

The Dresser (1983) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is The Dresser about?

In a touring Shakespearean theater group, a backstage hand - the dresser - is devoted to the brilliant but tyrannical head of the company. He struggles to support the deteriorating star as the company struggles to carry on during the London Blitz. The pathos of his backstage...

Who directed The Dresser?

The Dresser (1983) was directed by Peter Yates. The film is a Drama production with a runtime of 1h 58m, rated 6.8/10.

How long is The Dresser?

The Dresser runs 1h 58m (118 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.8/10 from 78 votes. Genre: Drama.

Is The Dresser worth watching?

The Dresser is rated 6.8/10 by 78 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Drama fans.