Patience (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film
Released in 1982, Patience is a music film directed by Dave Heather, running about 117 minutes. “An opera by W.S. Gilbert & Arthur Sullivan” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a world gone mad with languid ladies and affected gentlemen, the lovesick maidens of Castle Bunthorne forsake their handsome soldier suitors to pursue poet aesthete - and fake - Reginald Bunthorne. But he loves the village milkmaid, Patience, who doesn't like poetry or understand love. When Patience finally learns what love is, it's Reginald's rival she falls for.
Who’s in it. Patience stars Derek Hammond-Stroud as Reginald Bunthorne, John Fryatt as Archibald Grosvenor, Sandra Dugdale as Patience and Terry Jenkins as The Duke of Dunstable, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Patience page.
If you liked it. Fans of Patience tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Patience (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Patience change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Patience?
- Patience stars Derek Hammond-Stroud, John Fryatt, Sandra Dugdale, Terry Jenkins and Anne Collins.
- When was Patience released?
- Patience was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.