Scandal(1989)
“The story that seduced the world is now the most controversial film of the year.”
Overview
An English bon-vivant osteopath is enchanted with a young exotic dancer and invites her to live with him. He serves as friend and mentor, and through his contacts and parties she and her friend meet and date members of the Conservative Party. Eventually a scandal occurs when her affair with the Minister of War goes public, threatening their lifestyles and their freedom.
Director
Michael Caton-Jones
Studio
British Screen Productions
Revenue
$9M
Cast
John Hurt
as Stephen Ward
Joanne Whalley
as Christine Keeler
Bridget Fonda
as Mandy Rice-Davies
Ian McKellen
as John Profumo
Leslie Phillips
as Lord Astor
Britt Ekland
as Mariella Novotny
Daniel Massey
as Mervyn Griffith-Jones
Roland Gift
as Johnnie Edgecombe
Alex Norton
as Detective Inspector
Ronald Fraser
as Justice Marshall
Paul Brooke
as Detective Sergeant
Jeroen Krabbé
as Eugene Ivanov
Where to Watch
This movie is not yet available on streaming platforms. It may still be in theaters or awaiting a digital release.
Movie Facts
Release Year
1989
Runtime
1h 55m
Language
English
Rating
6 / 10
Box Office
$9M
Production Companies
British Screen Productions • Palace Pictures • Miramax
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Scandal?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Scandal (1989).
What is Scandal about?▼
An English bon-vivant osteopath is enchanted with a young exotic dancer and invites her to live with him. He serves as friend and mentor, and through his contacts and parties she and her friend meet and date members of the Conservative Party. Eventually a scandal occurs when her affair with the Minister of War goes public, threatening their lifestyles and their freedom.
Who directed Scandal?▼
Scandal was directed by Michael Caton-Jones and released in 1989. It is a drama, history, romance film.
How long is Scandal?▼
Scandal has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
Who stars in Scandal?▼
The cast of Scandal includes John Hurt as Stephen Ward, Joanne Whalley as Christine Keeler, Bridget Fonda as Mandy Rice-Davies, Ian McKellen as John Profumo, Leslie Phillips as Lord Astor and more.
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