Albert Nobbs (2011): Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Albert Nobbs is a 2011 drama directed by Rodrigo García. It runs 1 hour 53 minutes and earned $7.5 million worldwide. It won 1 award from 13 nominations, among them 3 Oscar nominations. Critics gave it 56% on Rotten Tomatoes and 57 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 53m (113 min)
- Director
- Rodrigo García
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
-
English - Studio
- Roadside Attractions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Albert Nobbs About?
The premise of Albert Nobbs without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In 19th-century Ireland, Albert Nobbs lives as a man, carefully concealing her true identity as a woman. As a butler, she maintains a quiet existence, driven by the fear of exposure. The arrival of Hubert Page, another woman passing as male, disrupts Albert’s carefully constructed world. Seeing Hubert's ability to navigate society, Albert resolves to find love and pursue her own desires, embarking on a journey toward self-discovery and acceptance.
Albert Nobbs Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- woman pretending to be a man
- hotel
- ireland
- lesbian couple
- dublin ireland
- cross dressing
- flashing breasts
- female topless nudity
- short haired female
- woman disguised as a man
- 1890s
- 1800s
+38 more Show fewer
- traumatized woman
- rape trauma
- crying woman
- traumatic past
- unwed pregnancy
- older woman younger woman relationship
- sharing a bed
- 19th century
- painter
- waiter
- money
- running on the beach
- class differences
- illness
- little boy
- laundry
- illegitimacy
- child born out of wedlock
- illiteracy
- ledger
- rolling a cigarette
- bonnet
- identity
- head injury
- black eye
- house painter
- gender
- fight
- ear bleeding
- blood
- painting
- shop
- tobacconist
- cigarette smoking
- tobacco
- hat
- beach
- dancing
The Director of Albert Nobbs
Directed by Rodrigo García.
-
Director Rodrigo García
More from Rodrigo García
More films directed by Rodrigo García, best-rated first: Nine Lives, Things You Can Tell Just by Looking at Her, Four Good Days and Mother and Child.
Albert Nobbs Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Albert Nobbs 56% on Rotten Tomatoes and 57 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.
-
IMDb 6.7 /10
See on IMDb -
Rotten Tomatoes 56% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 47%
See on Rotten Tomatoes -
Metacritic 57 Metascore
User score 6.3
See on Metacritic -
TMDB 63% User score
See on TMDB -
Letterboxd 3.1 /5
6 ratings
See on Letterboxd -
Movie Insider 4.4 /5
See on Movie Insider
Albert Nobbs Plot Summary
What happens in Albert Nobbs from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 19th century Dublin, we meet Albert Nobbs, an eccentric man in the twilight of his middle age, who serves as a waiter at the Morrison’s Hotel. This establishment is overseen by the notoriously stingy and controlling Marge Baker. Albert is not only hard-working but also prudent, saving up his earnings with the dream of escape—to one day own his own business and break free from the constraints of hotel life. However, apart from his fellow workers, Albert leads an isolated existence, feeling an overwhelming sense of loneliness.
Full summary
The whole story of Albert Nobbs, scene by scene
Albert Nobbs Box Office
Albert Nobbs grossed $7.5 million worldwide. $3 million came from the US and Canada and $4.5 million (60%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$7.5M
- US & Canada
- $3M
- International
- $4.5M
Albert Nobbs Awards & Nominations
Albert Nobbs won 1 award from 13 nominations, among them 3 Oscar nominations. Its biggest night was the IFTA Awards 2012, with 1 win from 3 nominations.
1 win13 nominations6 ceremonies
-
IFTA Awards 2012 1 win · 3 nominations- Won International Actress
- Nominated Actor in a Supporting Role in a Feature Film – Brendan Gleeson
- Nominated Actress in a Supporting Role in a Feature Film
-
Golden Globes 2012 3 nominations- Nominated Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama – Glenn Close
- Nominated Best Original Song
- Nominated Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama, Musical or Comedy – Janet McTeer
-
Oscars 2012 3 nominations- Nominated Actress in a Leading Role – Glenn Close
- Nominated Actress in a Supporting Role – Janet McTeer
- Nominated Makeup
-
Actor Awards (SAG) 2012 2 nominations- Nominated Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role – Glenn Close
- Nominated Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role – Janet McTeer
Show all 6 ceremonies Show fewer ceremonies
-
Critics' Choice 2012 1 nomination- Nominated Best Makeup
-
Spirit Awards 2012 1 nomination- Nominated Best Supporting Female – Janet McTeer
Albert Nobbs Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Albert Nobbs.
How Well Do You Know Albert Nobbs?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
- Question 1: not answered
- Question 2: not answered
- Question 3: not answered
- Question 4: not answered
- Question 5: not answered
- Question 6: not answered
- Question 7: not answered
- Question 8: not answered
- Question 9: not answered
- Question 10: not answered
What is Albert Nobbs' job at Morrison's Hotel?
Albert Nobbs Also Known As
12 alternative titles, including “El secreto de Albert Nobbs” and “Таинственный Альберт Ноббс”.
- Also known as
-
- El secreto de Albert Nobbs
- Таинственный Альберт Ноббс
- Hizmetkâr Albert Nobbs
- 雌雄莫辨
- אלברט נובס
- 앨버트놉스
- Албърт Нобс
- Альберт Ноббс
- Alberts Nobbs
- アルバート氏の人生
- 變裝男侍
- 艾拔貴「性」
Seen Albert Nobbs?
Movies Like Albert Nobbs
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including A Man of No Importance, Nora and Kings & Queen.
Albert Nobbs FAQ: Box Office, Awards & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Albert Nobbs, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Albert Nobbs?
Albert Nobbs runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).
When was Albert Nobbs released?
Albert Nobbs was released on December 21, 2011.
Who directed Albert Nobbs?
Albert Nobbs was directed by Rodrigo García.
More films by Rodrigo García How much did Albert Nobbs make at the box office?
Albert Nobbs grossed $7.5 million worldwide ($3 million domestic, $4.5 million international).
How is Albert Nobbs rated?
Albert Nobbs has 6.7/10 on IMDb, 56% on Rotten Tomatoes, 57 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.
What awards did Albert Nobbs win?
Albert Nobbs won 1 award from 13 nominations, including International Actress at the IFTA Awards 2012.
Does Albert Nobbs have a post-credit scene?
No. Albert Nobbs has no extra scene during or after the credits.
Coming soon to your phone
The Plot Explained Movie Summary App
From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.
Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app
