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72% Critic Match
Vera Drake
“Wife. Mother. Criminal.”
7.2 / 10• 2004• 2h 5m•R• English
Drama
Storyline
Abortionist Vera Drake finds her beliefs and practices clash with the mores of 1950s Britain – a conflict that leads to tragedy for her family.
Cast & Crew
Imelda Staunton
Vera Drake
Lead
Phil Davis
Stan
Sally Hawkins
Susan Wells
Daniel Mays
Sid
Eddie Marsan
Reg
Alex Kelly
Ethel
Ruth Sheen
Lily
Adrian Scarborough
Frank
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Mike Leigh's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Vera Drake is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
