A Seaside Story (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1986, A Seaside Story is a comedy and drama film directed by Roger Lambert, running about 27 minutes. “You’ll find plenty of fossils in Lyme Regis.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On a weekend trip to the seaside town of Lyme Regis, two seventeen-year-old boys - Sam with an interest in ecology and Martin with an interest in girls - are the youngest residents (ever) at a guest house run by a highly eccentric old lady.
Who’s in it. A Seaside Story stars Sam Butterfield as Sam, Martin Plunkett as Martin, Gwen Nelson as Guesthouse Landlady and Zaile Burrow as Zaile, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, A Seaside Story has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Seaside Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Seaside Story tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Seaside Story (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Seaside Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Seaside Story worth watching?
- A Seaside Story holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Seaside Story?
- A Seaside Story stars Sam Butterfield, Martin Plunkett, Gwen Nelson, Zaile Burrow and Sarah Mitchell.
- When was A Seaside Story released?
- A Seaside Story was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 27 minutes.