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45 Years (2015)

โ€œDo we really know our loved ones?โ€

6.6/10 ยท 808 votes 1h 35m r RomanceDrama

#141 of 292 films from 2015 #851 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Andrew Haigh ยท Written by David Constantine, Andrew Haigh

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Overview

There is just one week until Kate Mercer's 45th wedding anniversary and the planning for the party is going well. But then a letter arrives for her husband. The body of his first love has been discovered, frozen and preserved in the icy glaciers of the Swiss Alps. By the time the party is upon them, five days later, there may not be a marriage left to celebrate.

Cast

Charlotte Ramplingas Kate Mercer
Tom Courtenayas Geoff Mercer
Geraldine Jamesas Lena
Dolly Wellsas Sally
David Sibleyas George
Sam Alexanderas Chris the Postman
Richard Cunninghamas Mr Watkins
Hannah Chalmersas Travel Agent
Camille Ucanas Cafรฉ Waitress
Rufus Wrightas Jake

Facts

Release dateMay 29, 2015
Runtime95 min (1h 35m) โ€” shorter as the 2015 average of 106 min
GenresRomance, Drama
LanguageEN
Box office$4,250,507
IMDbtt3544082

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Questions

How long is 45 Years?
45 Years runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Is 45 Years worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 808 votes, which places it #141 of 292 films released in 2015 in this index (top 52%) and #851 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed 45 Years?
45 Years was directed by Andrew Haigh. Other well-rated titles by the same director: All of Us Strangers (2023), Weekend (2011).
Who stars in 45 Years?
Charlotte Rampling as Kate Mercer; Tom Courtenay as Geoff Mercer; Geraldine James as Lena; Dolly Wells as Sally; David Sibley as George; Sam Alexander as Chris the Postman.
What is 45 Years rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for 45 Years?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/110024.

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