Talking Heads (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Series · ★ 6.7

Released in 1988, Talking Heads is a drama and comedy series.
What it’s about. Six monologues tell the stories of six different repressed souls: a man dominated by his mother, a vicar's wife, an inveterate letter writer, a hopeful actress, a recently widowed woman, and an elderly shut-in.
Who’s in it. Talking Heads stars Alan Bennett as Graham Whittaker, Maggie Smith as Susan, Patricia Routledge as Irene Ruddock and Stephanie Cole as Muriel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Talking Heads has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Talking Heads page.
If you liked it. Fans of Talking Heads tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Talking Heads (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Talking Heads change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Talking Heads worth watching?
- Talking Heads holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Talking Heads?
- Talking Heads stars Alan Bennett, Maggie Smith, Patricia Routledge, Stephanie Cole and Julie Walters.
- When was Talking Heads released?
- Talking Heads was released in 1988.
