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Persuasion

7.220071h 33mMovieDramaRomanceTV Movie

Anne Elliot was once in love with Frederick Wentworth, a commander in the Royal Navy who was rejected by her snobby parents eight years ago. When the family hits hard times and are forced to rent out their mansion to his brother-in-law, Frederick returns as a captain - but will he remember Anne?

DirectorAdrian Shergold
WriterSimon Burke
ProducersDavid Snodin·Rebecca Eaton

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Cast · Directed by Adrian Shergold

SHSally Hawkins
Sally Hawkins
Anne Elliot
RPRupert Penry-Jones
Rupert Penry-Jones
Captain Wentworth
AKAlice Krige
Alice Krige
Lady Russell
TMTobias Menzies
Tobias Menzies
William Elliot
AHAnthony Stewart Head
Anthony Stewart Head
Sir Walter Elliot
JDJulia Davis
Julia Davis
Elizabeth Elliot
MSMichael Fenton Stevens
Michael Fenton Stevens
Mr. Shepherd
MSMary Stockley
Mary Stockley
Mrs. Clay
PWPeter Wight
Peter Wight
Admiral Croft
MBMarion Bailey
Marion Bailey
Mrs. Croft
AHAmanda Hale
Amanda Hale
Mary Musgrove
JHJennifer Higham
Jennifer Higham
Louisa Musgrove

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Persuasion — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Persuasion?

Persuasion is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu and Britbox in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Persuasion on Netflix?

No, Persuasion is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hulu.

Is Persuasion on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Persuasion is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Persuasion for free?

Persuasion is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and BYUtv in United States.