The Mill on the Floss (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1997, The Mill on the Floss is a drama and romance film directed by Graham Theakston, running about 116 minutes.
What it’s about. Lawyer Wakem takes the mill on the river Floss away from Edward Tulliver (whose ancestors have owned it for 300 years) and becomes the worst enemy of Tulliver's family. When Edward's daughter, Maggie, grows up, she falls in love with Wakem's son Philip. However, her brother Tom (true to the memory of their father) forbids her to meet him again. When she visits her cousin Lucy Deane, Lucy's fiance, Stephen Guest, falls in love with Maggie at first sight, further complicating matters.
Who’s in it. The Mill on the Floss stars Emily Watson as Maggie Tulliver, James Frain as Philip Wakem, Cheryl Campbell as Bessy Tulliver and Bernard Hill as Edward Tulliver, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Mill on the Floss has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mill on the Floss page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mill on the Floss tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mill on the Floss (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mill on the Floss change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mill on the Floss worth watching?
- The Mill on the Floss holds an audience score of 6.0 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 The Mill on the Floss?
- The Mill on the Floss stars Emily Watson, James Frain, Cheryl Campbell, Bernard Hill and Joanna David.
- When was The Mill on the Floss released?
- The Mill on the Floss was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.