Strapless (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 8.3
Released in 1989, Strapless is a drama and romance film directed by David Hare, running about 99 minutes. “Two sisters are about to meet the man of every woman's dreams. He's wealthy, sexy and incredibly romantic. Something's got to be wrong.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An expatriate American doctor in London allows herself to lighten up when her freewheeling younger sister and a mysterious man enter her life. Her inhibitions released, the beautiful doctor learns that freedom has its own price.
Who’s in it. Strapless stars Blair Brown as Dr. Lillian Hempel, Bruno Ganz as Raymond Forbes, Bridget Fonda as Amy Hempel and Alan Howard as Mr. Cooper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, Strapless sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Strapless page.
If you liked it. Fans of Strapless tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Strapless (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Strapless change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Strapless worth watching?
- Strapless holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Strapless?
- Strapless stars Blair Brown, Bruno Ganz, Bridget Fonda, Alan Howard and Michael Gough.
- When was Strapless released?
- Strapless was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.