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Stevie (1978): cast, story & where to watch

1978 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1978, Stevie is a drama film directed by Robert Enders, running about 102 minutes.

What it’s about. For a poet with a gift for crafting words into barbs, Stevie Smith lives a relatively conventional life. Sheltered in a London suburb, she spends her days engaged in tedious housework, crafting verse and conversing with her aunt. But while her body may be committed to drudgery, Stevie's mind is constantly trying to break free, which causes her to rail against religion and middle-class values, and prevents her from finding happiness with a man interested in her.

Who’s in it. Stevie stars Glenda Jackson as Stevie Smith, Mona Washbourne as Aunt, Alec McCowen as Freddy and Trevor Howard as The Man, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Stevie has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Stevie page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Stevie (1978)?
In US, Stevie is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Stevie worth watching?
Stevie holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Stevie?
Stevie stars Glenda Jackson, Mona Washbourne, Alec McCowen, Trevor Howard and Emma Louise Fox.
When was Stevie released?
Stevie was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.