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The Lady and the Duke (2002): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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The Lady and the Duke is a 2002 historical drama directed by Eric Rohmer, starring Lucy Russell and Jean-Claude Dreyfus. It runs 2 hours 9 minutes and earned $1.1 million worldwide. Critics gave it 74 on Metacritic.

worldwide gross
$1.1M
Metascore
74
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The Lady and the Duke (2002) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 9m (129 min)
Director
Eric Rohmer
Genres
Drama , History , War
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Lady and the Duke About?

The premise of The Lady and the Duke without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

During the tumultuous years of the French Revolution, an independent Englishwoman finds herself drawn into the royalist cause. Her life becomes unexpectedly linked to Philippe, the Duke of Orleans, forging a passionate and dangerous relationship. As they attempt to navigate the complexities of revolution and political intrigue, they face betrayal and risk everything for their beliefs.

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Cast & crew

The Lady and the Duke Cast

Lucy Russell leads the cast, with Jean-Claude Dreyfus. Directed by Eric Rohmer.

From the director

More from Eric Rohmer

More films directed by Eric Rohmer, best-rated first: A Summer's Tale, The Marquise of O, Autumn Tale and Four Adventures of Reinette and Mirabelle (1987).

Full filmography
Ratings

The Lady and the Duke Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Lady and the Duke 74 on Metacritic.

Plot

The Lady and the Duke Plot Summary

What happens in The Lady and the Duke 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

In the dead of night on the highways of Los Angeles, a thrilling chase unfolds as three modified 1995 Honda Civics pursue a semi-trailer truck. With precise coordination, one of the masked assailants uses a crossbow to shatter the truck’s windshield, swiftly grappling into the cab. In a stunning display of skill, he subdues the driver, allowing the Civics to commandeer the vehicle and make off with over $6 million in high-end electronics and televisions.

Full summary

The whole story of The Lady and the Duke, scene by scene

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Box office

The Lady and the Duke Box Office

The Lady and the Duke grossed $1.1 million worldwide. $331,051 came from the US and Canada and $797,086 (71%) from the rest of the world.

2002 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.1M

US & Canada
$331.1K
International
$797.1K
US & Canada 29% Rest of the world 71%
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Lady and the Duke?

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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What car does Brian O'Conner drive in his first illegal race against Dominic Toretto?

Details

The Lady and the Duke Also Known As

12 alternative titles, including “영국 여인과 공작” and “La nobildonna e il duca”.

Also known as
  • 영국 여인과 공작
  • La nobildonna e il duca
  • La inglesa y el duque
  • Die Lady und der Herzog
  • Egy hölgy és a herceg
  • Англичанката и херцогът
  • 英国贵妇与法国公爵
  • Angielka i książę
  • 영국인과 공작
  • A inglesa e o duque
  • האנגליה והדוכס
  • Роялистка

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FAQ

The Lady and the Duke FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of The Lady and the Duke, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Lady and the Duke?

The Lady and the Duke runs 2 hours 9 minutes (129 minutes).

When was The Lady and the Duke released?

The Lady and the Duke was released on May 10, 2002.

Who directed The Lady and the Duke?

The Lady and the Duke was directed by Eric Rohmer.

More films by Eric Rohmer

Who is in the cast of The Lady and the Duke?

The Lady and the Duke stars Lucy Russell and Jean-Claude Dreyfus.

How much did The Lady and the Duke make at the box office?

The Lady and the Duke grossed $1.1 million worldwide ($331,051 domestic, $797,086 international).

How is The Lady and the Duke rated?

The Lady and the Duke has 74 on Metacritic.

Does The Lady and the Duke have a post-credit scene?

No. The Lady and the Duke has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Lady and the Duke in?

The original language of The Lady and the Duke is French.

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