Learning to Drive
“It's never too late to begin a new adventure.”
Synopsis
As her marriage dissolves, a Manhattan writer takes driving lessons from a Sikh instructor with marriage troubles of his own. In each other's company they find the courage to get back on the road and the strength to take the wheel.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Learning to Drive Official Trailer #1 (2015) - Ben Kingsley, Patricia Clarkson Romantic Comedy HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-04-16
Top Cast
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Patricia Clarkson
Wendy
Ben Kingsley
Darwan
Jake Weber
Ted
Sarita Choudhury
Jasleen
Grace Gummer
Tasha
Avi Nash
Preet
Samantha Bee
Debbie
Matt Salinger
Peter
John Hodgman
Car Salesman
Michael Mantell
Wendy's Dad
Daniela Lavender
Mata
Gina Jarrin
Paige
Rajika Puri
Rasbir (Darwan's Sister)
Beau Baxter
Debbie's Husband
Randy Graff
Divorce Attorney
Sean Cole
Radio Host
Bryan Burton
Student Driver
Mike Massimino
Hothead Crash Driver
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 21, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 1, 2017
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$3.4M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Isabel Coixet
- Screenplay & Story
- Sarah Kernochan
- Original Score
- Dhani Harrison, Paul Hicks
- Original Title
- Learning to Drive
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Worldwide Gross
- $3.4M
- Production Studios
- Broad Green Pictures, Lavender Pictures, Core Pictures LLC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Isabel Coixet
Sarah Kernochan
Dhani Harrison, Paul Hicks
Radium Cheung, Manel Ruiz
Thelma Schoonmaker
Gabriel Hammond, Jennifer Todd, Eleni Asvesta, Dana Friedman, Daniel Hammond
Department Leadership Roster
Isabel Coixet
Director
Manny Siverio
Stunt Coordinator
Janet Paparazzo
Stunt Coordinator
Dhani Harrison
Original Music Composer
Paul Hicks
Original Music Composer
Sarah Kernochan
Screenplay
Thelma Schoonmaker
Editor
Dania Saragovia
Production Design
Dana Friedman
Producer
Daniel Hammond
Producer
Manel Ruiz
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Learning to Drive
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Learning to Drive about?
As her marriage dissolves, a Manhattan writer takes driving lessons from a Sikh instructor with marriage troubles of his own. In each other's company they find the courage to get back on the road and the strength to take the wheel.
Who directed Learning to Drive?
Learning to Drive was directed by Isabel Coixet.
Who stars in Learning to Drive?
The principal cast of Learning to Drive includes Patricia Clarkson, Ben Kingsley, Jake Weber, Sarita Choudhury, Grace Gummer.
When was Learning to Drive released and how long is it?
Learning to Drive was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
How much did Learning to Drive make at the box office?
Learning to Drive grossed $3.4M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Learning to Drive?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Learning to Drive was composed by Dhani Harrison, Paul Hicks.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Learning to Drive?
Learning to Drive holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).