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W.E.
“Their affair ignited a scandal. Their passion brought down an empire.”
6.3 / 10• 2011• 1h 59m•R• English
DramaRomance
Storyline
In 1998, an auction of the estate of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor causes great excitement. For one woman, Wally Winthrop, it has much more meaning. Wally becomes obsessed by their historic love story. As she learns more about the sacrifices involved, Wally gains her own courage to find happiness.
Cast & Crew
Abbie Cornish
Wally Winthrop
Lead
Andrea Riseborough
Wallis Simpson
James D'Arcy
Edward
Oscar Isaac
Evgeni
Richard Coyle
William Winthrop
David Harbour
Ernest
James Fox
King George V
Judy Parfitt
Queen Mary
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Madonna's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. W.E. is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
