The Governess
Director: Sandra Goldbacher
When the father of privileged Rosina da Silva violently dies, she decides to pass herself off as a gentile and finds employment with a family in faraway Scotland. Soon she and the family father, Charles, start a passionate secret affair.
Cast
Minnie Driver
Rosina da Silva
Tom Wilkinson
Mr. Charles Cavendish
Harriet Walter
Mrs. Cavendish
Jonathan Rhys Meyers
Henry Cavendish
Florence Hoath
Clementina Cavendish
Arlene Cockburn
Lily Milk, the Maid
Emma Bird
Rebecca
Adam Levy
Benjamin
Countess Koulinskyi
Aunt Sofka
Bruce Myers
Rosina's Father
Diana Brooks
Rosina's Mother
Raymond Brody
Litnoff
In brief
The Governess (1998) is a drama, romance film. With an average rating of 5.8/10 from 28 votes, viewer opinions are mixed. The film runs 1h 55min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
Frequently asked questions
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How long is The Governess?
The Governess runs 115 minutes (1h 55min).
What rating does The Governess have?
The Governess has an average rating of 5.8/10 based on 28 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Governess from?
The Governess was released in 1998.
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