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The Lady in the Van

6.420151h 44mPG-13MovieComedyDrama

The true story of the relationship between Alan Bennett and the singular Miss Shepherd, a woman of uncertain origins who ‘temporarily’ parked her van in Bennett’s London driveway and proceeded to live there for 15 years.

DirectorNicholas Hytner
WriterAlan Bennett
ProducersDamian Jones·Nicholas Hytner

Where to watch

Availability shown for Philippines · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Nicholas Hytner

MSMaggie Smith
Maggie Smith
Miss Shepherd
AJAlex Jennings
Alex Jennings
Alan Bennett
FTFrances de la Tour
Frances de la Tour
Ursula Vaughan Williams
GTGwen Taylor
Gwen Taylor
Mam
DCDominic Cooper
Dominic Cooper
Theatre Actor
JCJames Corden
James Corden
Street Trader
RARoger Allam
Roger Allam
Rufus
SASamuel Anderson
Samuel Anderson
Jehovah's Witness
DCDermot Crowley
Dermot Crowley
Priest
JBJim Broadbent
Jim Broadbent
Underwood
SMStephen Campbell Moore
Stephen Campbell Moore
Doctor
EMEleanor Matsuura
Eleanor Matsuura
American Journalist

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The Lady in the Van — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Lady in the Van?

The Lady in the Van isn't on any subscription service in Philippines right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Lady in the Van on Netflix?

No, The Lady in the Van is not on Netflix in Philippines as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is The Lady in the Van on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Lady in the Van isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Philippines right now.

Where can I watch The Lady in the Van for free?

The Lady in the Van isn't available free in Philippines; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is The Lady in the Van based on a true story?

Yes — The Lady in the Van is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).