Private Road (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1971, Private Road is a drama film directed by Barney Platts-Mills, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Receptionist Anne’s new relationship with nascent writer Peter is opening her eyes to a new lifestyle, one far removed from her comfortable middle-class background.
Who’s in it. Private Road stars Bruce Robinson as Peter Morrissey, Susan Penhaligon as Ann Halpern, Michael Feast as Stephen and Robert Brown as Mr. Halpern, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Private Road has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Private Road page.
If you liked it. Fans of Private Road tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Private Road (1971)?
- In GB, Private Road is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Private Road worth watching?
- Private Road holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Private Road?
- Private Road stars Bruce Robinson, Susan Penhaligon, Michael Feast, Robert Brown and Kathleen Byron.
- When was Private Road released?
- Private Road was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.