Movie

Educating Rita

“Sometimes students end up being the best teachers.”

★ 6.9(204)19831h 46m

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Good to know

Director: Lewis Gilbert
Release date: 1983-06-16
Runtime: 1h 46m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Acorn Pictures

Educating Rita — trailer

About Educating Rita

Educating Rita is a 1983 movie in the Drama and Comedy genres, directed by Lewis Gilbert, starring Michael Caine, Julie Walters and Michael Williams. It has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 204 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Educating Rita in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Rita, a witty 26-year-old hairdresser, wants to 'discover' herself, so she joins the Open University where she meets the disillusioned professor of literature, Dr. Frank Bryant. His marriage has failed, his new girlfriend is having an affair with his best friend and he can't get through the day without downing a bottle or two of whisky. What Frank needs is a challenge... and along comes Rita.

Cast

Michael Caine

Dr. Frank Bryant

Julie Walters

Rita Susan White

Michael Williams

Brian

Maureen Lipman

Trish

Jeananne Crowley

Julia

Malcolm Douglas

Denny

Godfrey Quigley

Rita's Father

Dearbhla Molloy

Elaine

Kim Fortune

Collins

Pat Daly

Bursar

Philip Hurd-Wood

Tiger

Christopher Casson

Professor

Themes & keywords

hairdresserliterature professorbased on play or musicaluniversityalcoholic

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Educating Rita in United States?+

Educating Rita is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Educating Rita on Netflix?+

Educating Rita is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is Educating Rita?+

Educating Rita has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

Who stars in Educating Rita?+

Educating Rita stars Michael Caine, Julie Walters, Michael Williams, Maureen Lipman and Jeananne Crowley.

When did Educating Rita come out?+

Educating Rita is a 1983 movie directed by Lewis Gilbert.

What genre is Educating Rita?+

Educating Rita is Drama and Comedy film.

Who directed Educating Rita?+

Educating Rita was directed by Lewis Gilbert.