Movie

Basil

★ 5.4(29)19981h 53m

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Where to watch Basil

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Good to know

Director: Radha Bharadwaj
Release date: 1998-07-22
Runtime: 1h 53m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom

Basil — trailer

About Basil

Basil is a 1998 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Radha Bharadwaj, starring Jared Leto, Christian Slater and Claire Forlani. It has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.4/10 from 29 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Basil in Belgium — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A lonely young aristocrat in turn-of the century England struggles to meet the approval of his over-bearing, class-conscious father while trying to please the selfish woman he loves.

Cast

Jared Leto

Basil

Christian Slater

John Mannion

Claire Forlani

Julia Sherwin

Rachel Pickup

Clara Fairfax

Derek Jacobi

Father Frederick

David Ross

Mr. Sherwin

Crispin Bonham-Carter

Ralph

Jenny Downham

Anna, Ralph's Wife

Stephanie Bagshaw

Emma Mannion

Christopher Owen

Father Mannion

Joanna John

Mother Agnes

Jackson Ellis Leach

Young Basil

Themes & keywords

woman director

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Basil in Belgium?+

Basil is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Belgium. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Basil on Netflix?+

Basil is not on Netflix in Belgium right now.

How long is Basil?+

Basil has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

Who stars in Basil?+

Basil stars Jared Leto, Christian Slater, Claire Forlani, Rachel Pickup and Derek Jacobi.

When did Basil come out?+

Basil is a 1998 movie directed by Radha Bharadwaj.

What genre is Basil?+

Basil is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed Basil?+

Basil was directed by Radha Bharadwaj.