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Topsy-Turvy

1999·Movie·R·160 min·★ 6.6(169)

“Gilbert & Sullivan & So Much More”

For nearly a decade, Gilbert and Sullivan’s collaborations have delighted the English people. But in 1884, as a London heat wave cuts into the theater trade, their latest work, "Princess Ida", receives lukewarm press. In an effort to reconcile their creative differences and drawing inspiration from Japanese culture, they went on to create the hit opera "The Mikado", one of the duo's greatest successes.

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About Topsy-Turvy

Topsy-Turvy is a 1999 English-language drama, music and comedy film directed by Mike Leigh. The cast is led by Jim Broadbent, Allan Corduner, Timothy Spall. It has a runtime of 2h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 200 ratings.

Topsy-Turvy was produced by Thin Man Films, The Greenlight Fund, and Newmarket Capital Group and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on December 15, 1999, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $11 million, it went on to gross $8 million worldwide.

Director
Mike Leigh
Writers
Mike Leigh
Release date
December 15, 1999
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Budget
$11 million
Box office
$8 million
Production
Thin Man Films, The Greenlight Fund, Newmarket Capital Group
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Topsy-Turvy cast & crew

Topsy-Turvy was directed by Mike Leigh and written by Mike Leigh.

The cast features Jim Broadbent as W. S. Gilbert, Allan Corduner as Sir Arthur Sullivan, Timothy Spall as Richard Temple (The Mikado), Lesley Manville as Lucy Gilbert, Ron Cook as Richard D'Oyly Carte, and Wendy Nottingham as Helen Lenoir.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Carl Davis, cinematography is by Dick Pope, and it was produced by Simon Channing Williams.

Is Topsy-Turvy worth watching?

Topsy-Turvy holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 169 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 2h 40m, it's a full-evening commitment.

If you enjoy drama, music, and comedy, Topsy-Turvy is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Topsy-Turvy

Jim Broadbent

Jim Broadbent

W. S. Gilbert

Allan Corduner

Allan Corduner

Sir Arthur Sullivan

Timothy Spall

Timothy Spall

Richard Temple (The Mikado)

Lesley Manville

Lesley Manville

Lucy Gilbert

Ron Cook

Ron Cook

Richard D'Oyly Carte

Wendy Nottingham

Wendy Nottingham

Helen Lenoir

Kevin McKidd

Kevin McKidd

Durward Lely (Nanki-Poo)

Shirley Henderson

Shirley Henderson

Leonora Braham (Yum-Yum)

Dorothy Atkinson

Dorothy Atkinson

Jessie Bond

Martin Savage

Martin Savage

George Grossmith

Eleanor David

Eleanor David

Fanny Ronalds

Sam Kelly

Sam Kelly

Richard Barker

Topsy-Turvy — FAQs

▸Where can I watch Topsy-Turvy in India?

Topsy-Turvy is not currently available on major streaming services in India. Availability changes often — check back soon.

▸Where can I watch Topsy-Turvy in the US?

In the US, Topsy-Turvy is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

▸Where can I watch Topsy-Turvy in the UK?

Topsy-Turvy isn't on subscription streaming in the UK, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

▸What language is Topsy-Turvy in?

Topsy-Turvy is originally in English, with audio tracks including Japanese, French, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is Topsy-Turvy?

Topsy-Turvy runs 2 hours 40 minutes (160 minutes).

▸What is Topsy-Turvy rated?

Topsy-Turvy is rated R. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 169 ratings.

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