Movie

The Shell Seekers

“A story of lost dreams... and second chances.”

★ 6.5(8)19891h 42m

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Good to know

Director: Waris Hussein
Release date: 1989-12-03
Runtime: 1h 42m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Marian Rees Associates

About The Shell Seekers

The Shell Seekers is a 1989 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Waris Hussein, starring Angela Lansbury, Sophie Ward and Mark Lewis Jones. It has a runtime of 1 hour 42 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 8 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Shell Seekers in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After a mild heart attack at 63, Penelope Keeling is not ready to be an invalid yet...despite her children's attempts to take control of her life. She's given them everything she could over the years, but now they want Penelope to sell her most prized possession. Torn between the selfish demands of her children and her desire to hold onto cherished mementos of the past, Penelope must learn what is really important to her. She returns to the seashore, the only place she was ever truly free, in an unforgettable odyssey that will take her back to her home, her heart and another chance for happiness.

Cast

Angela Lansbury

Penelope Keeling

Sophie Ward

Antonia

Mark Lewis Jones

Danus

Anna Carteret

Nancy

Christopher Bowen

Noel

Patricia Hodge

Olivia

Andrew Keir

Lawrence

Cornelia Hayes O'Herlihy

Sophie

Irene Worth

Dolly Keeling

Sam Wanamaker

Richard

Denis Quilley

Cosmo

Serena Gordon

Annabel

Themes & keywords

based on novel or booksecond chance

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Shell Seekers in Mexico?+

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

Is The Shell Seekers on Netflix?+

The Shell Seekers is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Shell Seekers?+

The Shell Seekers has a runtime of 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).

Who stars in The Shell Seekers?+

The Shell Seekers stars Angela Lansbury, Sophie Ward, Mark Lewis Jones, Anna Carteret and Christopher Bowen.

When did The Shell Seekers come out?+

The Shell Seekers is a 1989 movie directed by Waris Hussein.

What genre is The Shell Seekers?+

The Shell Seekers is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed The Shell Seekers?+

The Shell Seekers was directed by Waris Hussein.