Movie

The Grotesque

“Gentlemen don't eat poets.”

★ 5.4(15)19951h 39m

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Good to know

Director: John-Paul Davidson
Release date: 1995-09-09
Runtime: 1h 39m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Xingu Films

About The Grotesque

The Grotesque is a 1995 movie in the Comedy, Drama and Horror genres, directed by John-Paul Davidson, starring Alan Bates, Theresa Russell and Sting. It has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.4/10 from 15 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Grotesque in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Sir Hugo is more interested in reconstructing dinosaur bones than in paying attention to his wife, Lady Harriet. He's not thrilled when daughter Cleo brings home her betrothed, Sidney, who aspires to be a poet. The new butler, Fledge, provides Lady Harriet with the attention she's been missing and then seduces Sidney. Did he have a role in Sidney's disappearance as well?

Cast

Alan Bates

Sir Hugo Coal

Theresa Russell

Lady Harriet Coal

Sting

Fledge

Lena Headey

Cleo Coal

Jim Carter

George Lecky

Anna Massey

Mrs. Giblet

Trudie Styler

Doris

Maria Aitken

Lavinia Freebody

James Fleet

Inspector Limp

Steven Mackintosh

Sidney Giblet

John Mills

Sir Edward Cleghorn

Chris Barnes

Johm Lecky

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Grotesque in Canada?+

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

Is The Grotesque on Netflix?+

The Grotesque is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Grotesque?+

The Grotesque has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

Who stars in The Grotesque?+

The Grotesque stars Alan Bates, Theresa Russell, Sting, Lena Headey and Jim Carter.

When did The Grotesque come out?+

The Grotesque is a 1995 movie directed by John-Paul Davidson.

What genre is The Grotesque?+

The Grotesque is Comedy, Drama, Horror, Mystery and Thriller film.

Who directed The Grotesque?+

The Grotesque was directed by John-Paul Davidson.