The Browning Version
“How could he look on and say nothing ... it was his wife!”
Andrew Crocker-Harris has been forced from his position as the classics master at an English public school due to poor health. As he winds up his final term, he discovers not only that his wife, Millie, has been unfaithful to him with one of his fellow schoolmasters, but that the school's students and faculty have long disdained him. However, an unexpected act of kindness causes Crocker-Harris to re-evaluate his life's work.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | Apple TV Store |
| Spain | Filmin, Acontra Plus, Acontra Plus Amazon Channel, Tivify | Acontra Plus |
| Brazil | Belas Artes à La Carte | — |
About The Browning Version
The Browning Version is a 1951 English-language drama film directed by Anthony Asquith. The cast is led by Michael Redgrave, Jean Kent, Nigel Patrick. It has a runtime of 1h 30m. Viewers rate it 7.6/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.
The Browning Version was produced by Javelin Films and J. Arthur Rank Organisation and made in United Kingdom. It was released on April 6, 1951, and carries a U certification.
- Director
- Anthony Asquith
- Writers
- Terence Rattigan
- Release date
- April 6, 1951
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- U
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Production
- Javelin Films, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
The Browning Version cast & crew
The Browning Version was directed by Anthony Asquith and written by Terence Rattigan.
The cast features Michael Redgrave as Andrew Crocker-Harris, Jean Kent as Millie Crocker-Harris, Nigel Patrick as Frank Hunter, Wilfrid Hyde-White as Frobisher, Bill Travers as Fletcher, and Ronald Howard as Gilbert.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Desmond Dickinson and it was produced by Earl St. John and Teddy Baird.
Is The Browning Version worth watching?
The Browning Version holds an audience score of 7.6/10 from 104 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 30m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, The Browning Version is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Browning Version
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Cast of The Browning Version
Michael Redgrave
Andrew Crocker-Harris
Jean Kent
Millie Crocker-Harris
Nigel Patrick
Frank Hunter
Wilfrid Hyde-White
Frobisher
Bill Travers
Fletcher
Ronald Howard
Gilbert
Ivan Samson
Lord Baxter
Judith Furse
Mrs. Williamson
Josephine Middleton
Mrs. Frobisher
Peter Jones
Carstairs
Sarah Lawson
Betty Carstairs
Brian Smith
Taplow
The Browning Version — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Browning Version in United States?
The Browning Version is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸Is The Browning Version on Criterion Channel?
Yes — The Browning Version is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸What language is The Browning Version in?
The Browning Version is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, French, Greek, Latin. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Browning Version?
The Browning Version runs 1 hours 30 minutes (90 minutes).
▸What is The Browning Version rated?
The Browning Version is rated U. It holds a 7.6/10 audience score from 104 ratings.
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