After the Ball (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 8.5

Released in 1957, After the Ball is a music and documentary film directed by Compton Bennett, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. The life and loves of Music hall singer Vesta Tilley, who married into the nobility
Who’s in it. After the Ball stars Pat Kirkwood as Vesta Tilley, Laurence Harvey as Walter de Frece, Jerry Stovin as Frank Tanhill and Jerry Verno as Harry Ball, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, After the Ball 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 After the Ball page.
If you liked it. Fans of After the Ball tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch After the Ball (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for After the Ball change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is After the Ball worth watching?
- After the Ball holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in After the Ball?
- After the Ball stars Pat Kirkwood, Laurence Harvey, Jerry Stovin, Jerry Verno and Clive Morton.
- When was After the Ball released?
- After the Ball was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.