Blessed (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2008, Blessed is a drama film directed by Mark Aldridge, running about 83 minutes. “Pick a life...any life” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A successful city trader suddenly loses everything he truly cares about. Seeking comfort in isolation on a remote island, his life is turned upside down by the arrival of a little girl.
Who’s in it. Blessed stars James Nesbitt as Peter, Natascha McElhone as Lou, Gary Lewis as Howie and Lil Woods as Charlotte, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Blessed has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blessed page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blessed tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blessed (2008)?
- In US, Blessed is available to stream on fuboTV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Blessed worth watching?
- Blessed holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Blessed?
- Blessed stars James Nesbitt, Natascha McElhone, Gary Lewis, Lil Woods and Maarten Stevenson.
- When was Blessed released?
- Blessed was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.