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The Shell Seekers (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 2007, The Shell Seekers is a drama film directed by Piers Haggard, running about 174 minutes.

What it’s about. Penelope Keeling, a sixty-four-year-old daughter of a famous artist, reflects on her life, and the fate and choices that defined it, when she arrives in the Mediterranean to stay with her headstrong daughter. Shifting through time, and falling into place like the pieces of a jigsaw, the truth of Penelope's rich, heartbreaking and surprising life unfolds.

Who’s in it. The Shell Seekers stars Vanessa Redgrave as Penelope Keeling, Maximilian Schell as Lawrence Sterne, Charles Edwards as Noel Keeling and Prunella Scales as Dolly Keeling, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Shell Seekers has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shell Seekers page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Shell Seekers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Shell Seekers (2007)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shell Seekers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Shell Seekers worth watching?
The Shell Seekers holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Shell Seekers?
The Shell Seekers stars Vanessa Redgrave, Maximilian Schell, Charles Edwards, Prunella Scales and Victoria Smurfit.
When was The Shell Seekers released?
The Shell Seekers was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 174 minutes.