Brief Encounter

Drama • Romance • 1945 • 1h 26m

Brief Encounter movie poster
RATING★ 3.9
RUNTIME1h 26m
LANGUAGEEN
STATUSReleased
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📖 Synopsis

Returning home from a shopping trip to a nearby town, bored suburban housewife Laura Jesson is thrown by happenstance into an acquaintance with virtuous doctor Alec Harvey. Their casual friendship soon develops during their weekly visits into something more emotionally fulfilling than either expected, and they must wrestle with the potential havoc their deepening relationship would have on their lives and the lives of those they love.

🎥 Production Details
Tagline
“A story of the most precious moments in a woman's life!”
Release Status
Released
Genres
Drama, Romance
Director
David Lean
Original Language
EN
🎭 Cast
Celia JohnsonCelia JohnsonLaura Jesson
Trevor HowardTrevor HowardDr. Alec Harvey
Stanley HollowayStanley HollowayAlbert Godby
Joyce CareyJoyce CareyMyrtle Bagot
Cyril RaymondCyril RaymondFred Jesson
Everley GreggEverley GreggDolly Messiter
Marjorie MarsMarjorie MarsMary Norton
Margaret BartonMargaret BartonTea Room Assistant Beryl Walters
W
Wilfred BabbagePoliceman at War Memorial (uncredited)
Alfie BassAlfie BassWaiter at the Royal (uncredited)
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brief Encounter about?
Returning home from a shopping trip to a nearby town, bored suburban housewife Laura Jesson is thrown by happenstance into an acquaintance with virtuous doctor Alec Harvey. Their casual friendship soon develops during their weekly visits into something more emotionally fulfilling than either expected, and they must wrestle with the potential havoc their deepening relationship would have on their lives and the lives of those they love.
Who directed Brief Encounter?
Brief Encounter was directed by David Lean.
When was Brief Encounter released?
Brief Encounter was released on November 24, 1945.
How long is Brief Encounter?
Brief Encounter has a runtime of 1h 26m.
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