Dean Spanley (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 2008, Dean Spanley is a comedy and drama film directed by Toa Fraser, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in Edwardian England where upper lips are always stiff and men from the Colonies are not entirely to be trusted, Fisk Senior has little time or affection for his son, but when the pair visit an eccentric Indian, they start a strange journey that eventually allows the old man to find his heart.
Who’s in it. Dean Spanley stars Jeremy Northam as Narrator - Fisk Junior, Sam Neill as Dean Spanley, Bryan Brown as Wrather and Peter O'Toole as Fisk Senior, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Dean Spanley has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dean Spanley page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dean Spanley tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dean Spanley (2008)?
- In US, Dean Spanley is available to rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Dean Spanley worth watching?
- Dean Spanley holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Dean Spanley?
- Dean Spanley stars Jeremy Northam, Sam Neill, Bryan Brown, Peter O'Toole and Judy Parfitt.
- When was Dean Spanley released?
- Dean Spanley was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.