Vera Drake

Vera Drake

20042hr 5min
critics rating 93%93%
audience rating 84%84%

Step into the world of Vera Drake, a compassionate and unassuming woman whose secret life as an abortionist in 1950s Britain will both captivate and haunt you. In this gripping drama, Vera's unwavering dedication to helping women in need collides with the rigid societal norms of the time, leading to unforeseen consequences that will shake her family to its core.

As you follow Vera's journey, you will be drawn into a moral dilemma that challenges the very essence of humanity. Impeccably portrayed by the talented Imelda Staunton, Vera Drake is a character whose complexity will leave you questioning your own beliefs and values. Prepare to be taken on an emotional rollercoaster as you witness the heartbreaking aftermath of Vera's actions and the profound impact they have on those around her. "Vera Drake" is not just a movie; it's a thought-provoking exploration of ethics, compassion, and the sacrifices we make for the greater good.

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Cast

Tom Ellis

Police Constable

Tom Ellis

Sally Hawkins

Susan Wells

Sally Hawkins

Chris O'Dowd

Sid's Customer

Chris O'Dowd

Eddie Marsan

Lesley Manville

Mrs. Wells

Lesley Manville

Adrian Scarborough

Imelda Staunton

Vera Drake

Imelda Staunton

Jim Broadbent

Daniel Mays

Phil Davis

Lesley Sharp

Jessie Barnes

Lesley Sharp

Liz White

Pamela Barnes

Liz White

Sinead Matthews

Very Young Woman

Sinead Matthews

Vinette Robinson

Jamaican Girl

Vinette Robinson

Fenella Woolgar

Susan's Confidante

Fenella Woolgar

Nicholas Jones

Defence Barrister

Nicholas Jones

Simon Chandler

Mr. Wells

Simon Chandler

Leo Bill

Ruth Sheen

Sam Troughton

Elizabeth Berrington

Cynical Lady

Elizabeth Berrington

Wendy Nottingham

Jake Wood

Rosie Cavaliero

Married Woman

Rosie Cavaliero

Craig Conway

Station Constable

Craig Conway

Alan Williams

Sick Husband

Alan Williams

Nicky Henson

Private Doctor

Nicky Henson

Sandra Voe

Vera's Mother

Sandra Voe

Anthony O'Donnell

Mr. Walsh

Anthony O'Donnell

Peter Wight

Det. Inspector Webster

Peter Wight

Helen Coker

WPC Best

Helen Coker

Marion Bailey

Mrs. Fowler

Marion Bailey

Vincent Franklin

Mr. Lewis

Vincent Franklin

James Payton

Court Reporter (uncredited)

James Payton

Angela Curran

Prisoner

Angela Curran

Allan Corduner

Psychiatrist

Allan Corduner

Emma Amos

Cynical Lady

Emma Amos

Tilly Vosburgh

Mother of Seven

Tilly Vosburgh

Eileen Davies

Prison Officer

Eileen Davies

Jeffry Wickham

Prosecution Barrister

Jeffry Wickham

Alex Kelly

Richard Graham

Paul Jesson

Magistrate

Paul Jesson

Jane Wood

Prisoner

Jane Wood

Gerard Monaco

Heather Craney

Martin Savage

Det. Sergeant Vickers

Martin Savage

Sid Mitchell

Very Young Man

Sid Mitchell

Billy Seymour

Anna Keaveney

John Warman

Policeman in Court (uncredited)

John Warman

Judith Scott

Sister Beecher

Judith Scott

Paul Raffield

Magistrate's Clerk

Paul Raffield

Robert Putt

Station Sergeant

Robert Putt

Heather Cameron-McLintock

Nina Fry

Dance Hall Girl

Nina Fry

Joanna Griffiths

Angie Wallis

Nurse Willoughby

Angie Wallis

Billie Cook

Tracy O'Flaherty