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The Dresser

6.220151h 49mMovieDramaTV Movie

One fateful night in a small English regional theatre during World War II a troupe of touring actors stage a production of Shakespeares King Lear. Bombs are falling, sirens are wailing, the curtain is up in an hour but the actor/manager…

DirectorRichard Eyre
WriterRonald Harwood
ProducersColin Callender·Paul Brett

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Cast · Directed by Richard Eyre

IMIan McKellen
Ian McKellen
Norman
AHAnthony Hopkins
Anthony Hopkins
Sir
EWEmily Watson
Emily Watson
Her Ladyship
VKVanessa Kirby
Vanessa Kirby
Irene
SLSarah Lancashire
Sarah Lancashire
Madge
EFEdward Fox
Edward Fox
Thornton
TBTom Brooke
Tom Brooke
Oxenby/Edmond
MCMatthew Cottle
Matthew Cottle
Albany
ICIan Conningham
Ian Conningham
Kent
HBHelen Bradbury
Helen Bradbury
Regan

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The Dresser — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Dresser?

The Dresser is streaming on Rakuten TV and Plex in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Dresser on Netflix?

No, The Dresser is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Rakuten TV and Plex.

Is The Dresser on Amazon Prime Video?

The Dresser 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 The Dresser for free?

The Dresser is available to stream free (with ads) on Rakuten TV and Plex in United Kingdom.