Beloved (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1998, Beloved is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Jonathan Demme, running about 172 minutes. “The past has a life of its own.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After Paul D. finds his old slave friend Sethe in Ohio and moves in with her and her daughter Denver, a strange girl comes along by the name of "Beloved". Sethe and Denver take her in and then strange things start to happen...
Who’s in it. Beloved stars Oprah Winfrey as Sethe, Danny Glover as Paul D. Garner, Thandiwe Newton as Beloved and LisaGay Hamilton as Younger Sethe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Beloved has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $22.9M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Beloved page.
If you liked it. Fans of Beloved tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Beloved (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beloved change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Beloved worth watching?
- Beloved holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Beloved?
- Beloved stars Oprah Winfrey, Danny Glover, Thandiwe Newton, LisaGay Hamilton and Albert Hall.
- When was Beloved released?
- Beloved was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 172 minutes.