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The Electrical Life of Louis Wain (2021)

6.9/10 ยท 536 votes 1h 51m pg-13 ComedyDramaHistory

#119 of 248 films from 2021 #1013 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Will Sharpe ยท Written by Will Sharpe, Simon Stephenson

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Overview

The extraordinary true story of eccentric British artist Louis Wain, whose playful, sometimes even psychedelic pictures helped to transform the public's perception of cats forever.

Cast

Benedict Cumberbatchas Louis Wain
Claire Foyas Emily Wain
Andrea Riseboroughas Caroline Wain
Toby Jonesas Sir William Ingram
Sharon Rooneyas Josephine Wain
Aimee Lou Woodas Claire Wain
Hayley Squiresas Marie Wain
Stacy Martinas Felicie Wain
Phoebe Nichollsas Mrs Wain
Adeel Akhtaras Dan Rider
Asim Chaudhryas Herbert Railton
Taika Waititias Max Kase
Crystal Clarkeas Alicia Simmonds
Daniel Rigbyas Bendigo

Facts

Release dateOctober 21, 2021
Runtime111 min (1h 51m) โ€” about the same as the 2021 average of 110 min
GenresComedy, Drama, History
LanguageEN
IMDbtt10687506

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Questions

How long is The Electrical Life of Louis Wain?
The Electrical Life of Louis Wain runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Is The Electrical Life of Louis Wain worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 536 votes, which places it #119 of 248 films released in 2021 in this index (top 52%) and #1013 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Electrical Life of Louis Wain?
The Electrical Life of Louis Wain was directed by Will Sharpe.
Who stars in The Electrical Life of Louis Wain?
Benedict Cumberbatch as Louis Wain; Claire Foy as Emily Wain; Andrea Riseborough as Caroline Wain; Toby Jones as Sir William Ingram; Sharon Rooney as Josephine Wain; Aimee Lou Wood as Claire Wain.
What is The Electrical Life of Louis Wain rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Electrical Life of Louis Wain?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/131692.

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