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An Education

6.920091h 40m12AMovieDramaRomance

Despite her sheltered upbringing, Jenny is a teen with a bright future; she's smart, pretty, and has aspirations of attending Oxford University. When David, a charming but much older suitor, motors into her life in a shiny automobile, Jenny gets a taste of adult life that she won't soon forget.

DirectorLone Scherfig
WritersNick Hornby·Lynn Barber
ProducersFinola Dwyer·Jamie Laurenson

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Cast · Directed by Lone Scherfig

CMCarey Mulligan
Carey Mulligan
Jenny Mellor
PSPeter Sarsgaard
Peter Sarsgaard
David Goldman
DCDominic Cooper
Dominic Cooper
Danny
RPRosamund Pike
Rosamund Pike
Helen
OWOlivia Williams
Olivia Williams
Miss Stubbs
AMAlfred Molina
Alfred Molina
Jack Mellor
CSCara Seymour
Cara Seymour
Majorie
SHSally Hawkins
Sally Hawkins
Sarah Goldman
ETEmma Thompson
Emma Thompson
Headmistress
JNJames Norton
James Norton
Student
AFAmanda Fairbank-Hynes
Amanda Fairbank-Hynes
Hattie
WMWilliam Melling
William Melling
Small Boy #1

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An Education — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams An Education?

An Education is streaming on JustWatch TV Plus and JustWatch TV Free in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is An Education on Netflix?

No, An Education is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. It's currently on JustWatch TV Plus and JustWatch TV Free.

Is An Education on Amazon Prime Video?

An Education isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch An Education for free?

An Education is available to stream free (with ads) on JustWatch TV Free in United Kingdom.

Is An Education based on a true story?

Yes — An Education is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).