Daphne
Synopsis
Set during the years between the "Rebecca" trial and the writing of Du Maurier's short story "The Birds", including her relationship with her husband Frederick 'Boy' Browning, and her largely unrequited infatuations with American publishing tycoon's wife Ellen Doubleday and the actress Gertrude Lawrence.
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Daphne (2007) - Daphne/Ellen
Type: Clip • Published 2009-10-14
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Geraldine Somerville
Daphne Du Maurier
Elizabeth McGovern
Ellen Doubleday
Janet McTeer
Gertrude Lawrence
Natalie Best
Maid
Felicity Montagu
Director, 'September Tide'
Andrew Havill
Tommy Browning
Christopher Malcolm
Nelson Doubleday
Malcolm Sinclair
Noel Coward
Tim Ahern
Dickie
Nicholas Murchie
New York Prosecutor
Jay Taylor
Evan Davies - Actor, 'September Tide'
Jenny Howe
Tod
Elliott Naylor
Kits
Meg Dixon
Flavia
Coral Beed
Actress, 'September Tide'
Shane Nolan
Waiter (uncredited)
Aaron Sweeney
Photographer / Waiter (uncredited)
Phillip Whiteman
Italian Waiter (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 30, 2008
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clare Beavan
- Screenplay & Story
- Margaret Forster, Amy Jenkins
- Original Score
- Tom Smail
- Original Title
- Daphne
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- BBC Arts
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clare Beavan
Margaret Forster, Amy Jenkins
Tom Smail
Christopher Titus King
Kim Thomas, Clare Beavan
Department Leadership Roster
Clare Beavan
Director
Margaret Forster
Writer
Amy Jenkins
Writer
Clare Beavan
Producer
Tom Smail
Original Music Composer
Christopher Titus King
Director of Photography
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Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Daphne
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What is Daphne about?
Set during the years between the "Rebecca" trial and the writing of Du Maurier's short story "The Birds", including her relationship with her husband Frederick 'Boy' Browning, and her largely unrequited infatuations with American publishing tycoon's wife Ellen Doubleday and the actress Gertrude Lawrence.
Who directed Daphne?
Daphne was directed by Clare Beavan.
Who stars in Daphne?
The principal cast of Daphne includes Geraldine Somerville, Elizabeth McGovern, Janet McTeer, Natalie Best, Felicity Montagu.
When was Daphne released and how long is it?
Daphne was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Daphne?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Daphne was composed by Tom Smail.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Daphne?
Daphne holds official age classifications: GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.).