The Jeweller's Shop (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1989, The Jeweller's Shop is a drama, mystery and romance film directed by Michael Anderson, running about 88 minutes. “Three couples...a mysterious jeweller...face the challenge of love and discover hope” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Burt Lancaster stars as the titular merchant in this classic adaptation of Pope John Paul II's best-selling play "The Jeweller's Shop," an inspiring drama about three married couples and their ups and downs in holy matrimony. With a faithful jeweler acting as their spiritual adviser, three sets of husbands and wives struggle to live their lives with love, steering clear of avarice and infidelity. Olivia Hussey and Ben Cross also star.
Who’s in it. The Jeweller's Shop stars Burt Lancaster as The Jeweller, Daniel Olbrychski as Father Adam, Ben Cross as Stephane and Andrea Occhipinti as André, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Jeweller's Shop has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Jeweller's Shop page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Jeweller's Shop tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Jeweller's Shop (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Jeweller's Shop change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Jeweller's Shop worth watching?
- The Jeweller's Shop holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Jeweller's Shop?
- The Jeweller's Shop stars Burt Lancaster, Daniel Olbrychski, Ben Cross, Andrea Occhipinti and Olivia Hussey.
- When was The Jeweller's Shop released?
- The Jeweller's Shop was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.