Bed Among the Lentils (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film
Released in 1988, Bed Among the Lentils is a comedy and drama film directed by Alan Bennett, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Susan, an alcoholic, nervous vicar's wife who has to travel into Leeds to go to the off-licence because of her debts with the local shop keeper, distracts herself from her ambitious, and, as she sees him, vainly insensitive husband and his doting parishioners by conducting an affair with a nearby grocer, Ramesh Ramesh, discovering something about herself and God in the process.
Who’s in it. Bed Among the Lentils stars Maggie Smith as Susan.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bed Among the Lentils page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bed Among the Lentils tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bed Among the Lentils (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bed Among the Lentils change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Bed Among the Lentils?
- Bed Among the Lentils stars Maggie Smith.
- When was Bed Among the Lentils released?
- Bed Among the Lentils was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.