The Woman He Loved (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1988, The Woman He Loved is a drama, romance and tv movie film directed by Charles Jarrott, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1936, Edward VIII abdicated in order to marry the woman he loved, Wallis Simpson, a twice divorced American. These events caused a scandal around the world and Wallis has since been demonised as the woman who stole the King of England.
Who’s in it. The Woman He Loved stars Jane Seymour as Wallis Simpson, Olivia de Havilland as Aunt Bessie Merryman, Tom Wilkinson as Ernest Simpson and Anthony Andrews as Prince of Wales / Edward VIII, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Woman He Loved sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Woman He Loved page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Woman He Loved tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Woman He Loved (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Woman He Loved change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Woman He Loved worth watching?
- The Woman He Loved holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Woman He Loved?
- The Woman He Loved stars Jane Seymour, Olivia de Havilland, Tom Wilkinson, Anthony Andrews and Lucy Gutteridge.
- When was The Woman He Loved released?
- The Woman He Loved was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.