Albert Nobbs (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2011, Albert Nobbs is a drama film directed by Rodrigo García, running about 113 minutes. “A man with a secret. A woman with a dream.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Albert Nobbs struggles to survive in late 19th century Ireland, where women aren't encouraged to be independent. Posing as a man, so she can work as a butler in Dublin's most posh hotel, Albert meets a handsome painter and looks to escape the lie she has been living.
Who’s in it. Albert Nobbs stars Glenn Close as Albert Nobbs, Mia Wasikowska as Helen Dawes, Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Joe Mackins and Pauline Collins as Margaret Baker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Albert Nobbs has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $5.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Albert Nobbs page.
If you liked it. Fans of Albert Nobbs tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Albert Nobbs (2011)?
- In US, Albert Nobbs is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Albert Nobbs worth watching?
- Albert Nobbs holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Albert Nobbs?
- Albert Nobbs stars Glenn Close, Mia Wasikowska, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Pauline Collins and Brendan Gleeson.
- When was Albert Nobbs released?
- Albert Nobbs was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.