The Shooting Party (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1985, The Shooting Party is a drama, romance and history film directed by Alan Bridges, running about 98 minutes. “It is 1913 and Edwardian England is about to vanish into history...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. 1913, shortly before the outbreak of WWI. A group of aristocrats gathers at the estate of Sir Randolph Nettleby for a weekend shoot. As the terminal decrepitude of a dying class is reflected in the social interactions and hypocrisy of its members, only world weary Sir Randolph seems to realise that the sun is setting.
Who’s in it. The Shooting Party stars James Mason as Sir Randolph Nettleby, Edward Fox as Lord Gilbert Hartlip, Dorothy Tutin as Lady Minnie Nettleby and John Gielgud as Cornelius Cardew, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Shooting Party 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 Shooting Party page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shooting Party tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shooting Party (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shooting Party change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shooting Party worth watching?
- The Shooting Party holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shooting Party?
- The Shooting Party stars James Mason, Edward Fox, Dorothy Tutin, John Gielgud and Gordon Jackson.
- When was The Shooting Party released?
- The Shooting Party was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.