Educating Rita
“Sometimes students end up being the best teachers.”
Synopsis
Rita, a witty 26-year-old hairdresser, wants to 'discover' herself, so she joins the Open University where she meets the disillusioned professor of literature, Dr. Frank Bryant. His marriage has failed, his new girlfriend is having an affair with his best friend and he can't get through the day without downing a bottle or two of whisky. What Frank needs is a challenge... and along comes Rita.
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Educating Rita (1983) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-06-30
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Michael Caine
Dr. Frank Bryant
Julie Walters
Rita Susan White
Michael Williams
Brian
Maureen Lipman
Trish
Jeananne Crowley
Julia
Malcolm Douglas
Denny
Godfrey Quigley
Rita's Father
Dearbhla Molloy
Elaine
Kim Fortune
Collins
Pat Daly
Bursar
Philip Hurd-Wood
Tiger
Christopher Casson
Professor
Hilary Reynolds
Lesley
Jack Walsh
Price
Rosamund Burton
Denise
Marcus O'Higgins
Marcus
Mark Drew
Disco Manager
Gabrielle Reidy
Barbara
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 21, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lewis Gilbert
- Screenplay & Story
- Willy Russell
- Original Score
- David Hentschel
- Original Title
- Educating Rita
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Acorn Pictures, The Rank Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lewis Gilbert
Willy Russell
David Hentschel
Frank Watts
Garth Craven
Lewis Gilbert
Department Leadership Roster
Lewis Gilbert
Director
Willy Russell
Screenplay
Lewis Gilbert
Producer
Frank Watts
Director of Photography
Garth Craven
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Educating Rita
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What is Educating Rita about?
Rita, a witty 26-year-old hairdresser, wants to 'discover' herself, so she joins the Open University where she meets the disillusioned professor of literature, Dr. Frank Bryant. His marriage has failed, his new girlfriend is having an affair with his best friend and he can't get through the day without downing a bottle or two of whisky. What Frank needs is a challenge... and along comes Rita.
Who directed Educating Rita?
Educating Rita was directed by Lewis Gilbert.
Who stars in Educating Rita?
The principal cast of Educating Rita includes Michael Caine, Julie Walters, Michael Williams, Maureen Lipman, Jeananne Crowley.
When was Educating Rita released and how long is it?
Educating Rita was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Educating Rita?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Educating Rita was composed by David Hentschel.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Educating Rita?
Educating Rita holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).