Moll Flanders(1996)
The remarkable story of one woman's unbreakable spirit.
Moll Flanders Synopsis
The daughter of a thief, young Moll is placed in the care of a nunnery after the execution of her mother. However, the actions of an abusive priest lead Moll to rebel as a teenager, escaping to the dangerous streets of London. Further misfortunes drive her to accept a job as a prostitute from the conniving Mrs. Allworthy. It is there that Moll first meets Hibble, who is working as Allworthy's servant but takes a special interest in the young woman's well-being. With his help, she retains hope for the future, ultimately falling in love with an unconventional artist who promises the possibility of romantic happiness.
Moll Flanders (1996) is a drama and romance film directed by Pen Densham, released on June 14, 1996 with a runtime of 2h 3m. It stars Robin Wright, Morgan Freeman, Stockard Channing and John Lynch. Viewers rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 85 ratings.
- Director:
- Pen Densham
- Writers:
- Daniel Defoe, Pen Densham, Pen Densham
- Producers:
- Pen Densham, Richard Barton Lewis, John Watson
- Cinematographer:
- David Tattersall
- Composer:
- Mark Mancina
- Production:
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Spelling Films, Trilogy Entertainment Group
- Revenue:
- $3,486,578
- Status:
- Released
Moll Flanders (1996) Trailer
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Moll Flanders Cast & Crew
Main cast
Robin Wright
as Moll Flanders
Morgan Freeman
as Hibble
Stockard Channing
as Mrs. Allworthy
John Lynch
as Fielding
Brenda Fricker
as madame Mazzawatty
Geraldine James
as Edna
Jim Sheridan
as le prêtre
Cathy Murphy
as Polly
Maria Doyle Kennedy
as Alice
Jeremy Brett
as Artist's Father
- Aisling Corcoran
Aisling Corcoran
as Flora
- Britta Smith
Britta Smith
as Artist's Mother
Key crew
Directed by Pen Densham, written by Daniel Defoe, Pen Densham and Pen Densham, produced by Pen Densham, Richard Barton Lewis and John Watson.
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Moll Flanders Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.1/10 from 85 ratings.
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Moll Flanders – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Moll Flanders online?
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Moll Flanders (1996) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and to rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Moll Flanders?
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The main cast of Moll Flanders (1996) includes Robin Wright, Morgan Freeman, Stockard Channing, John Lynch and Brenda Fricker. The film was directed by Pen Densham. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Moll Flanders released?
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Moll Flanders was released on June 14, 1996 and runs for 2h 3m.
Is Moll Flanders worth watching?
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Moll Flanders (1996) holds an average rating of 6.1 out of 10 from 85 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 Moll Flanders?
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