My Brilliant Career
A young woman who is determined to maintain her independence finds herself at odds with her family who wants her to tame her wild side and get married.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, HBO Max | Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | Netflix, Netflix Kids, Netflix Standard with Ads, ABC iview | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
About My Brilliant Career
My Brilliant Career is a 1979 English-language drama and romance film directed by Gillian Armstrong. The cast is led by Judy Davis, Sam Neill, Wendy Hughes. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel.
My Brilliant Career was produced by New South Wales Film Corp., GUO, and Margaret Fink Productions and made in Australia. It was released on August 17, 1979, and carries a G certification.
- Director
- Gillian Armstrong
- Writers
- Eleanor Witcombe
- Release date
- August 17, 1979
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- G
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Australia
- Production
- New South Wales Film Corp., GUO, Margaret Fink Productions
My Brilliant Career cast & crew
My Brilliant Career was directed by Gillian Armstrong and written by Eleanor Witcombe.
The cast features Judy Davis as Sybylla Melvyn, Sam Neill as Harry Beecham, Wendy Hughes as Aunt Helen, Robert Grubb as Frank Hawdon, Max Cullen as Mr. McSwatt, and Aileen Britton as Grandma Bossier.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Nathan Waks, cinematography is by Donald McAlpine, and it was produced by Margaret Fink.
Is My Brilliant Career worth watching?
My Brilliant Career holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 78 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama and romance, My Brilliant Career is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of My Brilliant Career
Judy Davis
Sybylla Melvyn
Sam Neill
Harry Beecham
Wendy Hughes
Aunt Helen
Robert Grubb
Frank Hawdon
Max Cullen
Mr. McSwatt
Aileen Britton
Grandma Bossier
Peter Whitford
Uncle Julius
Patricia Kennedy
Aunt Gussie
Alan Hopgood
Father
Julia Blake
Mother
David Franklin
Horace
Marion Shad
Gertie
My Brilliant Career — FAQs
▸Where can I watch My Brilliant Career in United States?
My Brilliant Career is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, HBO Max in United States.
▸Is My Brilliant Career on HBO Max Amazon Channel?
Yes — My Brilliant Career is currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel in United States.
▸What language is My Brilliant Career in?
My Brilliant Career is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is My Brilliant Career?
My Brilliant Career runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).
▸What is My Brilliant Career rated?
My Brilliant Career is rated G. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 78 ratings.
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