The Black Velvet Gown(1991)
The Black Velvet Gown Synopsis
In the 1830's in northern England, Riah Millican, a widow with three children, takes a job as housekeeper to a reclusive former teacher, Percival Miller. Miller makes Riah the gift of a black velvet gown, and even educates her children. But when Riah discovers the reason behind Miller's gifts, she vows to leave his house, but Miller has a hold on her, even after his death, when he leaves his house to her on the condition that she never marry. Riah's daughter, Biddy, grows up and becomes a laundress in a large house where her education keeps her from fitting in and makes her a target. But it also catches the eye of a son of the house, and with Miller's legacies, Biddy may yet find her way to happiness.
The Black Velvet Gown (1991) is a drama and romance film directed by Norman Stone, released on June 2, 1991. It stars Bob Peck, Janet McTeer, Geraldine Somerville and Jonathan Firth. Viewers rate it 5.8 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- Norman Stone
- Writers:
- Gordon Hann, Nicole Cauverien, Catherine Cookson
- Producers:
- Ray Marshall
- Cinematographer:
- Ken Westbury
- Production:
- Festival Films
- Status:
- Released
The Black Velvet Gown Cast & Crew
Main cast
Bob Peck
as Percival Miller
Janet McTeer
as Riah Millican
Geraldine Somerville
as Biddy Millican
Jonathan Firth
as Paul Gallmington
David Hunt
as Laurence Gallmington
Brendan P. Healy
as Tol Briston
Jean Anderson
as Madame Gallmington
Christopher Benjamin
as Anthony Gallington
Wendy Williams
as Grace Gallmington
Aran Bell
as Stephen Gallmington
Louise Lombard
as Lucy Gallmington
- Madeleine Moffat
Madeleine Moffat
as Jessie Hobson
Key crew
Directed by Norman Stone, written by Gordon Hann, Nicole Cauverien and Catherine Cookson, produced by Ray Marshall.
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The Black Velvet Gown Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.8/10 from 6 ratings.
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The Black Velvet Gown – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Black Velvet Gown online?
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The Black Velvet Gown (1991) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in The Black Velvet Gown?
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The main cast of The Black Velvet Gown (1991) includes Bob Peck, Janet McTeer, Geraldine Somerville, Jonathan Firth and David Hunt. The film was directed by Norman Stone. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Black Velvet Gown released?
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The Black Velvet Gown was released on June 2, 1991.
Is The Black Velvet Gown worth watching?
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The Black Velvet Gown (1991) holds an average rating of 5.8 out of 10 from 6 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.