Providence(1977)

A Movie of Rare Intelligence

6.6(73)1h 50mJanuary 25, 1977

Synopsis

On the eve of his 78th birthday, ailing, alcoholic writer Clive Langham spends a painful and sleepless night mentally composing and recomposing scenes for a novel in which characters based on his own family are shaped by his fantasies and memories, alongside his caustic commentary on their behaviour.

Directed by Alain Resnais

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Cast

Dirk Bogarde

Claude Langham

David Warner

Kevin Woodford

Ellen Burstyn

Sonia Langham

Cyril Luckham

Dr. Mark Eddington

John Gielgud

Clive Langham

Tanya Lopert

Miss Lister

Elaine Stritch

Helen Wiener

Denis Lawson

Dave Woodford

Kathryn Leigh Scott

Miss Boon

Milo Sperber

Jenner

Peter Arne

Nils

Anna Wing

Karen

Samson Fainsilber

Old Man

Joseph Pittoors

Old Man

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Where can I watch Providence?+

We don't currently track a streaming service carrying Providence in your region. Check back — availability changes regularly.

When did Providence come out?+

Providence was released in 1977.

How long is Providence?+

Providence runs for 110 minutes (1 hour and 50 minutes).

Who directed Providence?+

Providence was directed by Alain Resnais.

Who stars in Providence?+

Providence stars Dirk Bogarde, David Warner, Ellen Burstyn, Cyril Luckham and John Gielgud.

Is Providence worth watching?+

Providence holds a 6.6/10 rating from 73 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and comedy.

Providence(1977)

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