Movie

Restoration

“An ordinary man, an irresistible offer. In a world of seduction and power, temptation has its price.”

★ 6.1(136)19951h 57m

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Good to know

Director: Michael Hoffman
Release date: 1995-12-29
Runtime: 1h 57m
Language: English
Box office: $4,005,941
Budget: $19,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Miramax

Restoration — trailer

About Restoration

Restoration is a 1995 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Michael Hoffman, starring Robert Downey Jr., Meg Ryan and Sam Neill. It has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.1/10 from 136 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Restoration in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An aspiring young physician, Robert Merivel found himself in the service of King Charles II and saves the life of someone close to the King. Merivel joins the King's court and lives the high life provided to someone of his position. Merivel is ordered to marry his King's mistress in order to divert the queens suspicions. He is given one order by the king and that is not to fall in love. The situation worsens when Merivel finds himself in love with his new wife. Eventually, the King finds out and relieves Merivel of his position and wealth. His fall from grace leaves Merivel where he first started. And through his travels and reunions with an old friend, he rediscovers his love for true medicine and what it really means to be a physician.

Cast

Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Merivel

Meg Ryan

Katharine

Sam Neill

King Charles II

David Thewlis

John Pearce

Hugh Grant

Elias Finn

Polly Walker

Celia Clemence

Ian McKellen

Will Gates

Ian McDiarmid

Ambrose

Mary MacLeod

Midwife

Willie Ross

Man with Visible Heart

Benjamin Whitrow

Merivel's Father

Roger Ashton-Griffiths

Mr. Bung

Themes & keywords

jealousycourtfountainmedicinewealthspanielgloves17th centurybritish monarchy

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Restoration in Canada?+

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

Is Restoration on Netflix?+

Restoration is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Restoration?+

Restoration has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).

Who stars in Restoration?+

Restoration stars Robert Downey Jr., Meg Ryan, Sam Neill, David Thewlis and Hugh Grant.

When did Restoration come out?+

Restoration is a 1995 movie directed by Michael Hoffman.

What genre is Restoration?+

Restoration is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed Restoration?+

Restoration was directed by Michael Hoffman.