Miranda (2002): Cast & Plot
Miranda is a 2002 comedy thriller directed by Marc Munden, starring Christina Ricci as Miranda, John Simm and John Hurt. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 33m (93 min)
- Director
- Marc Munden
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Feelgood Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Miranda About?
The premise of Miranda without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A quiet librarian embarks on a passionate affair with a mysterious woman who enters his library. When she vanishes without a trace, he journeys to London in pursuit, only to learn she lives under three distinct personas—a dancer, a dominatrix and a con‑woman. He must determine which identity is the true Miranda.
Miranda Cast & Characters
Christina Ricci leads the cast as Miranda, with John Simm as Frank and John Hurt as Christian. Directed by Marc Munden; 13 actors are credited in all.
- Director Marc Munden
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Christina Ricci as Miranda - John Simm as Frank
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John Hurt as Christian -
Kyle MacLachlan as Nailor
Also Starring in Miranda
· 9 more- Matthew Marsh Charles
- Joanne Froggatt Jacquie
- Tamsin Greig Receptionist
- Julian Rhind-Tutt Rod
- Pik-Sen Lim Mrs. Wang
- Cavan Clerkin Gerry
- Ryozo Kohira Japanese Businessman
- Carol Sua Mrs. Wang's Sister
- Dennis Matsuki Interpreter
More from Marc Munden
More films directed by Marc Munden, best-rated first: The Secret Garden, The Third Day: Autumn, Some Dogs Bite and The Mark of Cain.
Miranda Plot Summary
What happens in Miranda from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Frank, John Simm, a librarian in the United Kingdom, falls for a mysterious American dancer named Miranda, Christina Ricci. The relationship appears dreamy at first, but Frank’s naiveté hides a deeper, more complicated emotional landscape as the two spiral through a blend of attraction and fantasy. Graphic scenes of sex and seduction illustrate Frank’s fantasy and his unrealistic love for Miranda, painting a portrait of desire that blurs boundaries between reality and imagination. When she suddenly disappears, he pursues her to London, only to confront the jarring truth that Miranda is a con artist. The pursuit ends with Frank leaving her and returning to Northern England, a decision that weighs on him even as the memory of their connection lingers.
Full summary
The whole story of Miranda, scene by scene
Miranda Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Miranda.
How Well Do You Know Miranda?
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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Who plays Frank, the naive librarian who falls for Miranda?
Cars in Miranda
14 cars on screen, including the 1999 Volvo C70 and the 1980 Ford Capri MkIII.
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1999 Volvo C70 Main role -
1980 Ford Capri MkIII Important role -
1968 Aston Martin DB6 Volante MkI Minor role -
1998 Cadillac Seville STS Minor role
Miranda Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “红衣夜合花” and “Tripla identità”.
- Also known as
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- 红衣夜合花
- Tripla identità
- 미란다
- Найти Алису
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Miranda FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Miranda, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Miranda?
Miranda runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
When was Miranda released?
Miranda was released on January 18, 2002.
Who directed Miranda?
Miranda was directed by Marc Munden.
More films by Marc Munden Who is in the cast of Miranda?
Miranda stars Christina Ricci as Miranda, John Simm as Frank and John Hurt as Christian, among 13 credited actors.
Does Miranda have a post-credit scene?
No. Miranda has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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