Mrs. Dalloway (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1997, Mrs. Dalloway is a drama and romance film directed by Marleen Gorris, running about 97 minutes.

What it’s about. Clarissa Dalloway looks back on her youth as she readies for a gathering at her house. The wife of a legislator and a doyenne of London's upper-crust party scene, Clarissa finds that the plight of ailing war veteran Septimus Warren Smith reminds her of a past romance with Peter Walsh. In flashbacks, young Clarissa explores her possibilities with Peter.

Who’s in it. Mrs. Dalloway stars Vanessa Redgrave as Mrs. Clarissa Dalloway, Natascha McElhone as Young Clarissa, Michael Kitchen as Peter Walsh and Alan Cox as Young Peter, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Mrs. Dalloway has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $3.3M at the box office.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Mrs. Dalloway (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mrs. Dalloway change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Mrs. Dalloway worth watching?
Mrs. Dalloway holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Mrs. Dalloway?
Mrs. Dalloway stars Vanessa Redgrave, Natascha McElhone, Michael Kitchen, Alan Cox and Sarah Badel.
When was Mrs. Dalloway released?
Mrs. Dalloway was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.