The Road to 1984 (1984): cast, story & where to watch

1984 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1984, The Road to 1984 is a tv movie, drama and history film directed by David Wheatley, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. 1984 was not a leap into the future-but a look at the dangers already present-in Orwell's lifetime. The Road to 1984 intertwines vision and reality. It displays the passion and chronicles the career of Orwell--who warned us of what could happen if we stayed on that road--his road to 1948 and ours to 1984.

Who’s in it. The Road to 1984 stars James Fox as Eric Blair/George Orwell/Winston Smith, Janet Dale as Eileen Blair, Julia Goodman as Sonia Brownell/Julia and Judy Holt as Susan Watson, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Road to 1984 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 Road to 1984 page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Road to 1984 tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Steven Universe: The Movie and Twin Peaks.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Road to 1984 (1984)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Road to 1984 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Road to 1984 worth watching?
The Road to 1984 holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy tv movie, drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Road to 1984?
The Road to 1984 stars James Fox, Janet Dale, Julia Goodman, Judy Holt and Don McKillop.
When was The Road to 1984 released?
The Road to 1984 was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.