Restoration
An aspiring young physician, Robert Merivel found himself in the service of King Charles II and saves the life of someone close to the King. Merivel joins the King's court and lives the high life provided to someone of his position. Merivel is ordered to marry his King's mistress in order to divert the queens suspicions. He is given one order by the king and that is not to fall in love. The situation worsens when Merivel finds himself in love with his new wife. Eventually, the King finds out and relieves Merivel of his position and wealth. His fall from grace leaves Merivel where he first started. And through his travels and reunions with an old friend, he rediscovers his love for true medicine and what it really means to be a physician.
- Tagline
- “An ordinary man, an irresistible offer. In a world of seduction and power, temptation has its price.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- Director
- Michael Hoffman
- Original Language
- EN
Robert Downey Jr.Robert Merivel
Meg RyanKatharine
Sam NeillKing Charles II
David ThewlisJohn Pearce
Hugh GrantElias Finn
Polly WalkerCelia Clemence
Ian McKellenWill Gates
Ian McDiarmidAmbrose
Willie RossMan with Visible Heart
- What is Restoration about?
- An aspiring young physician, Robert Merivel found himself in the service of King Charles II and saves the life of someone close to the King. Merivel joins the King's court and lives the high life provided to someone of his position. Merivel is ordered to marry his King's mistress in order to divert the queens suspicions. He is given one order by the king and that is not to fall in love. The situation worsens when Merivel finds himself in love with his new wife. Eventually, the King finds out and relieves Merivel of his position and wealth. His fall from grace leaves Merivel where he first started. And through his travels and reunions with an old friend, he rediscovers his love for true medicine and what it really means to be a physician.
- Who directed Restoration?
- Restoration was directed by Michael Hoffman.
- When was Restoration released?
- Restoration was released on December 29, 1995.
- How long is Restoration?
- Restoration has a runtime of 1h 57m.
- Where can I track Restoration?
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