Vera Drake

Wife. Mother. Criminal.

20042h 5m7.2(426 votes)

Drama

Synopsis

Abortionist Vera Drake finds her beliefs and practices clash with the mores of 1950s Britain – a conflict that leads to tragedy for her family.

Vera Drake (2004) is a drama film directed by Mike Leigh. It stars Imelda Staunton, Phil Davis, and Sally Hawkins. The film runs for 2 hours 5 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.2 out of 10 from 426 votes.

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Director

Mike Leigh

Cast

Imelda Staunton

Vera Drake

Phil Davis

Stan

Sally Hawkins

Susan Wells

Daniel Mays

Sid

Eddie Marsan

Reg

Alex Kelly

Ethel

Ruth Sheen

Lily

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vera Drake

Where can I watch Vera Drake?

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Who stars in Vera Drake?

Vera Drake stars Imelda Staunton, Phil Davis, Sally Hawkins, and Daniel Mays, and was directed by Mike Leigh.

How long is Vera Drake?

Vera Drake has a runtime of 2 hours 5 minutes.

When did Vera Drake come out?

Vera Drake was released in 2004.

What genre is Vera Drake?

Vera Drake is a drama film.

Is Vera Drake worth watching?

Vera Drake holds an average audience score of 7.2 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.