The Girl (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1996, The Girl is a drama film directed by David Wheatley, running about 156 minutes.
What it’s about. Adaptation of Catherine Cookson's novel. In mid-19th century Yorkshire, Hannah Boyle is left with the family of Matthew Thornton, the man her dying mother claims fathered her. Ill-treated by Thornton's bitter and vindictive wife Anne, who views Hannah only as evidence of her husband's infidelity, she is married off to the village butcher, whose waspish mother torments her further. But through her patience, intelligence and strength, she wins her freedom and the man she loves.
Who’s in it. The Girl stars Siobhan Flynn as Hannah Boyle, Jonathan Cake as Ned Ridley, Mark Benton as Fred Loam and Susan Jameson as Mrs. Daisy Loam, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Girl has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Girl page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Girl tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Girl (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Girl change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Girl worth watching?
- The Girl holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Girl?
- The Girl stars Siobhan Flynn, Jonathan Cake, Mark Benton, Susan Jameson and Jill Baker.
- When was The Girl released?
- The Girl was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 156 minutes.