Film · 2016

Ethel & Ernest

Name: Ethel & Ernest
Genre: Animation, Drama
Released: 2016-10-28
Duration: 85 min
Cast: Brenda Blethyn, Jim Broadbent, Luke Treadaway, Pam Ferris, Harry Collett

starring Brenda Blethyn, Jim Broadbent and Luke Treadaway

1 h 25 min
Animation · Drama
UK
Released in the UK 27 October 2016

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Synopsis

This animated film, directed by Roger Mainwood, is based in the graphic novel of Raymond Briggs which won some literature awards. In this movie the life and evolution of the parents of a special boy in the 20s and 70s are shown in a intimate and affectionate way. This couple from London who are apparently normal will live various extraordinary events which will change their lives forever. 'Ethel & Ernest' is a production of Melusine Productions and Lupus Films. The actors who have given their voices to the main characters are Jim Broadbent, Luke Treadaway, Pam Ferris, Roger Allam, Brenda Blethyn, Virginia McKenna, Peter Wight, June Brown, Simon Day, Alex Jordan, Harry Collett and Karyn Claydon.

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Runtime: 85 min1 hour and 25 minutes

How long is Ethel & Ernest?: 1 hour and 25 minutes (85 minutes).
When was Ethel & Ernest released in the UK?: It was released in the UK on 27 October 2016.
Who is in Ethel & Ernest?: It stars Brenda Blethyn, Jim Broadbent, Luke Treadaway and Pam Ferris.
Where can I watch Ethel & Ernest?: In the UK you can watch it on free on BBC iPlayer and on rent on Apple TV and Prime Video.