The Remains of the Day (1993): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: The Remains of the Day
Director: James Ivory
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 1993
Duration: 134 min
Cast: Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson, James Fox, Christopher Reeve, Hugh Grant

What The Remains of the Day Is About

A rule-bound head butler's world of manners and decorum in the household he maintains is tested by the arrival of a housekeeper who falls in love with him in post-WWI Britain. The possibility of romance and his master's cultivation of ties with the Nazi cause challenge his carefully maintained veneer of servitude.

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What is The Remains of the Day about?

A rule-bound head butler's world of manners and decorum in the household he maintains is tested by the arrival of a housekeeper who falls in love with him in post-WWI Britain. The possibility of romance and his master's cultivation of ties with the Nazi cause challenge his carefully maintained veneer of servitude.

Where can I watch The Remains of the Day?

The Remains of the Day is available to watch on digital platforms such as Hulu, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Remains of the Day?

The Remains of the Day runs for 134 minutes (2h 14m).

When did The Remains of the Day come out?

The Remains of the Day was released in 1993.

Who directed The Remains of the Day?

The Remains of the Day was directed by James Ivory.

Who stars in The Remains of the Day?

The Remains of the Day stars Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson, James Fox, Christopher Reeve.

What is The Remains of the Day's rating?

The Remains of the Day holds 7.8/10 on IMDb and 7.4/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 78 out of 100.