Look Back in Anger (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1989, Look Back in Anger is a drama and tv movie film directed by Judi Dench, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. Look Back in Anger is a love triangle involving the brilliant-but-disaffected young Jimmy Porter (Branagh), his upper-middle-class, impassive wife Alison Porter (Thompson), and her aristocratic best friend Helena Charles (Redmond). Cliff (Horan), an amiable Welsh lodger, attempts to keep the peace.
Who’s in it. Look Back in Anger stars Kenneth Branagh as Jimmy Porter, Emma Thompson as Alison Porter, Gerard Horan as Cliff Lewis and Edward Jewesbury as Colonel Redfern, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Look Back in Anger sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Look Back in Anger page.
If you liked it. Fans of Look Back in Anger tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Look Back in Anger (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Look Back in Anger change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Look Back in Anger worth watching?
- Look Back in Anger holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Look Back in Anger?
- Look Back in Anger stars Kenneth Branagh, Emma Thompson, Gerard Horan, Edward Jewesbury and Siobhan Redmond.
- When was Look Back in Anger released?
- Look Back in Anger was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.