Fackham Hall (2025): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Fackham Hall is a 2025 comedy directed by Jim O'Hanlon, starring Ben Radcliffe as Eric Noone, Thomasin McKenzie and Lizzie Hopley. It runs 1 hour 37 minutes and earned $4.9 million worldwide. Critics gave it 73% on Rotten Tomatoes and 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 37m (97 min)
- Director
- Jim O'Hanlon
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Elysian Film Group
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Fackham Hall About?
The premise of Fackham Hall without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A spoof that mixes Downton Abbey, Airplane! and Monty Python, Fackham Hall follows pick‑pocket Eric Noone who secures a job at an eccentric English manor. He quickly climbs the hierarchy and falls for lady‑of‑the‑house Rose Davenport. When a murder occurs and Eric is framed, he launches a quest to clear his name, ending in a comedic showdown.
Fackham Hall Themes & Keywords
· 1 tag- satire comedy
Fackham Hall Cast & Characters
Ben Radcliffe leads the cast as Eric Noone, with Thomasin McKenzie as Rose Davenport and Lizzie Hopley as Phyllis Davenport. Directed by Jim O'Hanlon; 20 actors are credited in all.
- Director Jim O'Hanlon
- Ben Radcliffe as Eric Noone
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Thomasin McKenzie as Rose Davenport - Lizzie Hopley as Phyllis Davenport
- Magdalena Sverlander as Miss Rose Seller
Also Starring in Fackham Hall
· 16 more- Tom Felton Archibald
- Jimmy Carr Vicar
- Alexander Butler Lionel Gritt
- Katherine Waterston Lady Davenport
- Tom Goodman-Hill Inspector Watt
- Damian Lewis
- Lee Boardman Karl
- Lily Knight Fifi Valentine
- Sue Johnston Great Aunt Bonaparte
- Tim McMullan Cyril
- Anna Maxwell Martin
- Charlie Rawes Big Alan
- Adam Woodward Bert Chester
- Emma Laird
- Nathan Hall
- Erin Austen
More from Jim O'Hanlon
More films directed by Jim O'Hanlon, best-rated first: Your Christmas or Mine 2, 100 Streets, Of Two Minds and All In The Game.
Fackham Hall Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Fackham Hall 73% on Rotten Tomatoes and 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 67/100, strongest in character & emotion (78) and weakest in story & flow (55).
Fackham Hall Echo Score Breakdown
Fackham Hall delivers a high‑octane parody that leans heavily on visual and verbal gags, aiming for relentless humor rather than narrative depth. Critics acknowledge competent direction and polished production design, while audience reactions highlight frequent laughter mixed with occasional fatigue. Acting is broadly praised for committing to absurdity, though story cohesion receives mixed appraisal. The sensory elements, especially the period‑setting visuals, support the comedic tone. Given its strong joke density and moderate replay appeal, the film settles into a solid middle‑ground rating.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 68
In terms of art and craft, the film showcases polished production design and competent cinematography that faithfully emulate period‑drama aesthetics. Direction, however, is viewed as uneven, with some critics noting a lack of cohesive vision. Editing maintains a brisk pace to accommodate rapid gag delivery. While visual style contributes positively, the overall craft receives a modest endorsement.
- Character & Emotion 78
Regarding character and emotion, the ensemble cast is consistently recognized for embracing absurd roles and delivering rapid punchlines. Performances are described as nuanced in their commitment to parody, with particular praise for the lead actors’ timing. However, depth of character development is limited, reflecting the film’s focus on surface humor. The net impression is that acting strengthens the comedy despite shallow emotional layers.
- Story & Flow 55
When evaluating story and flow, the narrative is identified as a thin framework primarily serving to string together sight gags and wordplay. Pacing remains brisk, yet originality is confined to parody conventions, leading some viewers to describe the plot as exhausting or flip‑flopping. Overall, the story provides sufficient scaffolding for jokes but lacks sustained coherence.
- Sensory Experience 65
The sensory experience relies on a blend of crowded visual gags and a lively soundtrack that underscores the film’s chaotic energy. Sound design punctuates physical comedy, while the period‑accurate costumes and set pieces create a striking contrast with the lowbrow humor. These elements generally succeed in enhancing the comedic intent, though they occasionally overwhelm the narrative.
- Rewatch Factor 70
Rewatch factor is buoyed by the sheer volume of jokes, encouraging viewers to seek missed punchlines on subsequent viewings. Audience comments highlight a desire to revisit especially the rapid‑fire sight gags and recurring motifs. Nonetheless, some express uncertainty about a second viewing’s enjoyment due to potential humor fatigue. The overall assessment suggests solid replay value for fans of the genre.
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IMDb 6.4 /10
16650 votes
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Rotten Tomatoes 73% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 74%
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Metacritic 54 Metascore
User score 6.8
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TMDB 66% User score
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Letterboxd 3.1 /5
52157 ratings
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Fackham Hall Plot Summary
What happens in Fackham Hall 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
Generations of steady stewardship have kept Fackham Hall in the hands of the Davenports, but with patriarch Lord Davenport facing a missing male heir, the estate’s future rests on a fragile web of alliances, pride, and hidden truths. Their daughter Poppy is due to marry Archibald, Tom Felton as Archibald, a cousin whose arrival could secure the family line and the hall itself.
Full summary
The whole story of Fackham Hall, scene by scene
Fackham Hall Box Office
Fackham Hall grossed $4.9 million worldwide. $1 million came from the US and Canada and $3.8 million (79%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$4.9M
- US & Canada
- $1M
- International
- $3.8M
Fackham Hall Trailers & Videos
12 videos: 3 trailers, 6 teasers, 1 clip and 2 featurettes.
- Trailer Official Green Band Trailer
- Trailer Official UK Trailer
- Teaser :30 Dropped
- Teaser Guy Fox Day
How Well Do You Know Fackham Hall?
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
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- Question 10: not answered
Which comedian plays the Vicar who delivers oddly timed sermons during the wedding?
Cars in Fackham Hall
3 cars on screen, including the 1951 AEC Regent III and the 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
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1951 AEC Regent III -
1999 Morgan Plus 4 -
1934 Rolls-Royce 20/25 h.p.
Fackham Hall Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Фэкхем-Холл” and “Фекгем-Голл”.
- Also known as
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- Фэкхем-Холл
- Фекгем-Голл
- 法克汉姆庄园
- Wujowy Dwór
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Fackham Hall FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Fackham Hall, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Fackham Hall?
Fackham Hall runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).
When was Fackham Hall released?
Fackham Hall was released on December 5, 2025.
Who directed Fackham Hall?
Fackham Hall was directed by Jim O'Hanlon.
More films by Jim O'Hanlon Who is in the cast of Fackham Hall?
Fackham Hall stars Ben Radcliffe as Eric Noone, Thomasin McKenzie as Rose Davenport and Lizzie Hopley as Phyllis Davenport, among 20 credited actors.
How much did Fackham Hall make at the box office?
Fackham Hall grossed $4.9 million worldwide ($1 million domestic, $3.8 million international).
How is Fackham Hall rated?
Fackham Hall has 6.4/10 on IMDb, 73% on Rotten Tomatoes, 54 on Metacritic and 66% on TMDB.
Does Fackham Hall have a post-credit scene?
No. Fackham Hall has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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