The Dressmaker (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1988, The Dressmaker is a drama, war and romance film directed by Jim O'Brien, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. In England during World War II, a repressed dressmaker and her sister struggle looking after their 17-year-old niece, who is having a delusional affair with an American soldier.
Who’s in it. The Dressmaker stars Joan Plowright as Nellie, Billie Whitelaw as Margo, Pete Postlethwaite as Jack and Jane Horrocks as Rita, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Dressmaker has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dressmaker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dressmaker tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dressmaker (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dressmaker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dressmaker worth watching?
- The Dressmaker holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Dressmaker?
- The Dressmaker stars Joan Plowright, Billie Whitelaw, Pete Postlethwaite, Jane Horrocks and Tim Ransom.
- When was The Dressmaker released?
- The Dressmaker was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.