The Browning Version (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1994, The Browning Version is a drama film directed by Mike Figgis, running about 97 minutes. “The greatest lessons in the life and the ones learned by heart.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Andrew Crocker-Harris is an embittered and disliked teacher of Greek and Latin at a British prep school. After nearly 20 years of service, he is being forced to retire for 'health reasons', and perhaps may not even be given a pension. The boys regard him as a Hitler, with some justification. His unfaithful wife Laura tries to hurt him in any way she can. Andrew must come to terms with his failed life and at least regain his own self-esteem.
Who’s in it. The Browning Version stars Albert Finney as Andrew Crocker-Harris, Greta Scacchi as Laura Crocker-Harris, Matthew Modine as Frank Hunter and Julian Sands as Tom Gilbert, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Browning Version has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $487.4K at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Browning Version page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Browning Version tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Browning Version (1994)?
- In US, The Browning Version is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Browning Version worth watching?
- The Browning Version holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Browning Version?
- The Browning Version stars Albert Finney, Greta Scacchi, Matthew Modine, Julian Sands and Michael Gambon.
- When was The Browning Version released?
- The Browning Version was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.