The Vision (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1987, The Vision is a drama and tv movie film directed by Norman Stone, running about 104 minutes. “When This Network Goes On The Air, Start Praying.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Veteran broadcaster James Marriner is persuaded to front a new big budget national family TV channel. But he begins to suspect that the channel is a front for something much more sinister and political.
Who’s in it. The Vision stars Lee Remick as Grace Gardner, Dirk Bogarde as James Marriner, Eileen Atkins as Helen Marriner and Helena Bonham Carter as Jo Marriner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Vision 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 The Vision page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Vision tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Vision (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Vision change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Vision worth watching?
- The Vision holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Vision?
- The Vision stars Lee Remick, Dirk Bogarde, Eileen Atkins, Helena Bonham Carter and Paul Maxwell.
- When was The Vision released?
- The Vision was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.