Iris(2001)
Her greatest talent was for life.
Iris Synopsis
True story of the lifelong romance between novelist Iris Murdoch and her husband John Bayley, from their student days through her battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Iris (2001) is a drama and romance film directed by Richard Eyre, released on December 14, 2001 with a runtime of 1h 31m. It stars Kate Winslet, Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent and Hugh Bonneville. Viewers rate it 6.4 out of 10 across 224 ratings.
- Director:
- Richard Eyre
- Writers:
- Richard Eyre, John Bayley, Charles Wood
- Producers:
- Robert Fox, Scott Rudin
- Cinematographer:
- Roger Pratt
- Composer:
- James Horner
- Production:
- Miramax, BBC Film, Intermedia Films, Mirage Enterprises, Robert Fox Productions, Scott Rudin Productions
- Budget:
- $5,500,000
- Revenue:
- $16,153,953
- Status:
- Released
Iris (2001) Trailer
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Iris Videos & Clips
Official trailers, teasers, clips and featurettes for Iris.
Official Trailer
Trailer
The Young Couple
Clip
The Prime Minister's Name
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The Lark in the Clear Air
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The Importance of Education
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The Disease Worsens
Clip
Past & Present
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In Her Own World Now
Clip
Iris Cast & Crew
Main cast
Kate Winslet
as Young Iris Murdoch
Judi Dench
as Iris Murdoch
Jim Broadbent
as John Bayley
Hugh Bonneville
as Young John Bayley
Penelope Wilton
as Janet Stone
Samuel West
as Young Maurice
Timothy West
as Older Maurice
Kris Marshall
as Dr. Gudgeon
Juliet Aubrey
as Young Janet Stone
Derek Hutchinson
as Postman
Juliet Howland
as Emma Stone
Saira Todd
as Phillida Stone
Key crew
Directed by Richard Eyre, written by Richard Eyre, John Bayley and Charles Wood, produced by Robert Fox and Scott Rudin.
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Iris Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.4/10 from 224 ratings.
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Iris – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Iris online?
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Iris (2001) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Iris?
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The main cast of Iris (2001) includes Kate Winslet, Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent, Hugh Bonneville and Penelope Wilton. The film was directed by Richard Eyre. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Iris released?
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Iris was released on December 14, 2001 and runs for 1h 31m.
Is Iris worth watching?
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Iris (2001) holds an average rating of 6.4 out of 10 from 224 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Iris?
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Yes. The official Iris trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.