The Grotesque (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1995, The Grotesque is a comedy, thriller, drama and horror film directed by John-Paul Davidson, running about 99 minutes. “Gentlemen don't eat poets.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sir Hugo is more interested in reconstructing dinosaur bones than in paying attention to his wife, Lady Harriet. He's not thrilled when daughter Cleo brings home her betrothed, Sidney, who aspires to be a poet. The new butler, Fledge, provides Lady Harriet with the attention she's been missing and then seduces Sidney. Did he have a role in Sidney's disappearance as well?
Who’s in it. The Grotesque stars Alan Bates as Sir Hugo Coal, Theresa Russell as Lady Harriet Coal, Sting as Fledge and Lena Headey as Cleo Coal, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Grotesque 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 Grotesque page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Grotesque tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Grotesque (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Grotesque change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Grotesque worth watching?
- The Grotesque holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Grotesque?
- The Grotesque stars Alan Bates, Theresa Russell, Sting, Lena Headey and Jim Carter.
- When was The Grotesque released?
- The Grotesque was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.