Providence (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1977, Providence is a comedy, fantasy and drama film directed by Alain Resnais, running about 110 minutes. “A Movie of Rare Intelligence” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On the eve of his 78th birthday, the ailing, alcoholic writer Clive Langham spends a painful and sleepless night mentally composing and recomposing scenes for a novel in which characters based on his own family are shaped by his fantasies and memories, alongside his caustic commentary on their behaviour.
Who’s in it. Providence stars Dirk Bogarde as Claude Langham, Ellen Burstyn as Sonia Langham, David Warner as Kevin Woodford and John Gielgud as Clive Langham, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Providence 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 Providence page.
If you liked it. Fans of Providence tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Providence (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Providence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Providence worth watching?
- Providence holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Providence?
- Providence stars Dirk Bogarde, Ellen Burstyn, David Warner, John Gielgud and Cyril Luckham.
- When was Providence released?
- Providence was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.