Ethel & Ernest (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2016, Ethel & Ernest is a drama, war and animation film directed by Roger Mainwood, running about 94 minutes. “A true story.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This hand drawn animated film, based on the award winning graphic novel by Raymond Briggs, is an intimate and affectionate depiction of the life and times of his parents, two ordinary Londoners living through extraordinary events.
Who’s in it. Ethel & Ernest stars Jim Broadbent as Ernest Briggs (voice), Brenda Blethyn as Ethel Briggs (voice), Luke Treadaway as Raymond Briggs (voice) and Roger Allam as Middle Aged Doctor (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Ethel & Ernest has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ethel & Ernest page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ethel & Ernest tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ethel & Ernest (2016)?
- In US, Ethel & Ernest is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Ethel & Ernest worth watching?
- Ethel & Ernest holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ethel & Ernest?
- Ethel & Ernest stars Jim Broadbent, Brenda Blethyn, Luke Treadaway, Roger Allam and Virginia McKenna.
- When was Ethel & Ernest released?
- Ethel & Ernest was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.