Brideshead Revisited (2008): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Brideshead Revisited is a 2008 romantic drama directed by Julian Jarrold, starring Hayley Atwell, Matthew Goode and Patrick Malahide. It is partly based on Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh. It runs 2 hours 13 minutes and earned $13.5 million worldwide. Critics gave it 62% on Rotten Tomatoes and 64 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 13m (133 min)
- Director
- Julian Jarrold
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Miramax Films
- Based on
- Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Brideshead Revisited About?
The premise of Brideshead Revisited without spoilers, adapted from Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
During the years leading up to World War II, a young man named Charles Ryder becomes fascinated by the aristocratic and eccentric Marchmain family. He is drawn into their world, experiencing a complex relationship with the alluring Sebastian and his sister Julia. As Charles becomes more involved with the family, he uncovers hidden secrets and witnesses the decline of their privileged lifestyle, grappling with forbidden love and the shifting values of a society on the cusp of profound change.
Brideshead Revisited Cast
Hayley Atwell leads the cast, with Matthew Goode and Patrick Malahide. Directed by Julian Jarrold.
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Director Julian Jarrold
More from Julian Jarrold
More films directed by Julian Jarrold, best-rated first: A Royal Night Out, Kinky Boots, Becoming Jane and Sulphur & White.
Brideshead Revisited Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Brideshead Revisited 62% on Rotten Tomatoes and 64 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 62% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 52%
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Metacritic 64 Metascore
User score 6.3
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TMDB 63% User score
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Brideshead Revisited Plot Summary
What happens in Brideshead Revisited from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Although he dreams of being an artist, middle-class Charles Ryder finds himself studying history at the illustrious University of Oxford. It is here that he forms a captivating friendship with the extravagant and wealthy Lord Sebastian Flyte. However, their bond faces challenges, especially from Sebastian’s mother, Lady Marchmain, who disapproves of her son’s reckless lifestyle, particularly his excessive drinking habits. Upon visiting Sebastian’s family home, Brideshead, Charles is awestruck by its opulence and is drawn to its unique inhabitants, including the devout Lady Marchmain and her other children: Bridey, Julia, and Cordelia.
Full summary
The whole story of Brideshead Revisited, scene by scene
Brideshead Revisited Box Office
Brideshead Revisited grossed $13.5 million worldwide. $6.4 million came from the US and Canada and $7 million (52%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$13.5M
- US & Canada
- $6.4M
- International
- $7M
Brideshead Revisited Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Brideshead Revisited.
How Well Do You Know Brideshead Revisited?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the main character who is an artist at Oxford University?
Cars in Brideshead Revisited
9 cars on screen, including the 1924 Alvis 12/50 Ducksback and the 1934 Aston Martin 1½ Litre International MkII.
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1912 Fiat Tipo 1 Minor role
Brideshead Revisited Also Known As
22 alternative titles, including “Utolsó látogatás” and “旧地重游”.
- Also known as
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- Utolsó látogatás
- 旧地重游
- 重返布莱希尔德庄园
- Επιστροφή στο Μπράιντσχεντ
- Brideshead Revisited - Desejo e Poder
- Wiedersehen mit Brideshead
- Ritorno a Brideshead
- Возвращение в Брайдсхед
- 故园风雨后
- Retorno a Brideshead
- Brideshead - Desejo e Poder
- בחזרה לבריידסהד
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- Повернення до Брайдсхеду
- 브라이즈헤드 리비지티드
- Retorn a Brideshead
- Завръщане в Брайдсхед
- Návrat na Brideshead
- Powrót do Brideshead
- En förlorad värld
- Mennyt maailma
- Gensyn med Brideshead, ბრაიდსჰედში დაბრუნება
- Vrnitev v Brideshead
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Brideshead Revisited FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of Brideshead Revisited, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Brideshead Revisited?
Brideshead Revisited runs 2 hours 13 minutes (133 minutes).
When was Brideshead Revisited released?
Brideshead Revisited was released on July 25, 2008.
Who directed Brideshead Revisited?
Brideshead Revisited was directed by Julian Jarrold.
More films by Julian Jarrold Who is in the cast of Brideshead Revisited?
Brideshead Revisited stars Hayley Atwell, Matthew Goode and Patrick Malahide.
How much did Brideshead Revisited make at the box office?
Brideshead Revisited grossed $13.5 million worldwide ($6.4 million domestic, $7 million international).
How is Brideshead Revisited rated?
Brideshead Revisited has 62% on Rotten Tomatoes, 64 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.
Is Brideshead Revisited based on a book?
Yes. Brideshead Revisited is partly adapted from Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh.
Does Brideshead Revisited have a post-credit scene?
No. Brideshead Revisited has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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