Plenty (1985): cast, story & where to watch

1985 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 1985, Plenty is a drama and romance film directed by Fred Schepisi, running about 124 minutes.

What it’s about. David Hare's account of a one-time French freedom fighter who gradually realizes that her post-war life is not meeting her expectations.

Who’s in it. Plenty stars Meryl Streep as Susan Traherne, Tracey Ullman as Alice Park, John Gielgud as Sir Leonard Darwin and Sting as Mick, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Plenty has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $6.1M at the box office.

Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel and Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Plenty page.

If you liked it. Fans of Plenty tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Plenty (1985)?
In GB, Plenty is available to stream on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel and Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Plenty worth watching?
Plenty holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Plenty?
Plenty stars Meryl Streep, Tracey Ullman, John Gielgud, Sting and Ian McKellen.
When was Plenty released?
Plenty was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.