Stuart: A Life Backwards
Story about the remarkable friendship between a reclusive writer and illustrator and a chaotic homeless man, whom he gets to know during a campaign to release two charity workers from prison.
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About Stuart: A Life Backwards
Stuart: A Life Backwards is a 2007 English-language drama and tv movie film directed by David Attwood. The cast is led by Tom Hardy, Benedict Cumberbatch, Nicola Duffett. It has a runtime of 1h 32m. Viewers rate it 7.4/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max.
Stuart: A Life Backwards was produced by BBC, HBO Films, and Knifedge and made in United Kingdom. It was released on September 23, 2007, and carries a 18 certification.
- Director
- David Attwood
- Writers
- Alexander Masters
- Release date
- September 23, 2007
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- 18
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Production
- BBC, HBO Films, Knifedge
Stuart: A Life Backwards cast & crew
Stuart: A Life Backwards was directed by David Attwood and written by Alexander Masters.
The cast features Tom Hardy as Stuart Shorter, Benedict Cumberbatch as Alexander Masters, Nicola Duffett as Judith, Claire-Louise Cordwell as Karen, Edna Doré as Stuart's Gran, and Frank Mills as Stuart's Granddad.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Rob Lane, cinematography is by Ulf Brantås, and it was produced by Pippa Harris.
Is Stuart: A Life Backwards worth watching?
Stuart: A Life Backwards holds an audience score of 7.4/10 from 227 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 32m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama and tv movie, Stuart: A Life Backwards is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Stuart: A Life Backwards
Tom Hardy
Stuart Shorter
Benedict Cumberbatch
Alexander Masters
Nicola Duffett
Judith
Claire-Louise Cordwell
Karen
Edna Doré
Stuart's Gran
Frank Mills
Stuart's Granddad
Candis Nergaard
Sophie
Felicity Dean
Dido
Timothy Carlton
Judge Howarth
Steve King
James Gibbons
Joanna Maude
Ruth
Trevor Sellers
John
Stuart: A Life Backwards — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Stuart: A Life Backwards in United States?
Stuart: A Life Backwards is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max in United States.
▸Is Stuart: A Life Backwards on HBO Max Amazon Channel?
Yes — Stuart: A Life Backwards is currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel in United States.
▸What language is Stuart: A Life Backwards in?
Stuart: A Life Backwards is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Stuart: A Life Backwards?
Stuart: A Life Backwards runs 1 hours 32 minutes (92 minutes).
▸What is Stuart: A Life Backwards rated?
Stuart: A Life Backwards is rated 18. It holds a 7.4/10 audience score from 227 ratings.
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