Philomena (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 2013, Philomena is a drama film directed by Stephen Frears, running about 98 minutes. “These two unlikely companions are on a journey to find her long lost son.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A woman searches for her adult son, who was taken away from her decades ago when she was forced to live in a convent.
Who’s in it. Philomena stars Judi Dench as Philomena, Steve Coogan as Martin Sixsmith, Sophie Kennedy Clark as Young Philomena and Mare Winningham as Mary Hess, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Philomena has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $100.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Philomena page.
If you liked it. Fans of Philomena tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Philomena (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Philomena change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Philomena worth watching?
- Philomena holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Philomena?
- Philomena stars Judi Dench, Steve Coogan, Sophie Kennedy Clark, Mare Winningham and Barbara Jefford.
- When was Philomena released?
- Philomena was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.